Former Premier League manager Alan Curbishley has been locked in a fierce dispute with locals over gaining planning permission for a new outbuilding.
The ex-West Ham United boss faces opposition over plans to build a new structure in the garden of his home in Epping.
Mr Curbishley, 66, has twice been shown the red card and had planning applications rejected by officials at Epping Forest District Council.
Documents shared in the public domain show that the former Hammers boss would like to have an L-shaped structure in their back garden that features an open area, store and garden toilet.
Essex-born Curbishley, who played 85 times for West Ham in a career that lasted just short of two decades, is said to be at a standstill with the plans.
Former Premier League manager Alan Curbishley has been locked in a fierce dispute with locals over a new outbuilding
This is a look at what the former West Ham manager was hoping to build in his garden
A document submitted by Epping Town Council to planning officials said the structure would have a negative impact of neighbours.
It said: ‘The proposed outbuilding will result in a loss of amenity for neighbouring properties, as it is too high and overbearing.
‘This would result in a loss of natural light and overshadowing of the neighbouring gardens.
‘The design of the outbuilding does not complement the setting, particularly as the building will be clearly visible to neighbouring properties due to its bulk and scale.
‘The orientation of the outbuilding on the site will exacerbate the issues highlighted above and consideration should be given to its position and orientation to minimise any negative effects on immediate neighbours.’
The application was submitted to the local authority on February 22 with a decision due over the coming weeks.
Essex-born Curbishley played 85 times for West Ham in a career that lasted just short of two decades