Disgruntled neighbours are at war over claims that a resident has built a private drinking den in his garden without planning permission.
Company director Michael Bowe, 40, erected a sprawling summer house in the back garden, claiming in council documents that it was needed for 'modern home working and flexible living'.
But neighbours allege the plush five-metre-long annexe in Marton-in-Cleveland, near Middlesbrough, looks more like a private bar than a home office.
In objections submitted to Middlesbrough Council, disgruntled neighbour Debby Allan wrote to officials: 'We do not feel like the use of what this building is for is accurate.
'It appears to be a bar and when used there have been unacceptable noise levels, as there is a lot of glass that echoes from the outside which causes disturbance to us.'
