Beyoncé and Jay-Z Secure Exemption to Build 7-Bedroom Property
Beyoncé and Jay-Z are reportedly planning a significant new chapter in the idyllic Cotswolds countryside, with the music power couple reportedly securing a 58-acre estate near Wigginton. The Cotswolds are often dubbed the “Hamptons of the UK.” This is due to the area’s discreet privacy, rolling hills, and high-end country living. A-listers love the region, with residents including David and Victoria Beckham and Ellen DeGeneres. Now, reports suggest Beyoncé and Jay-Z are using a special exemption clause to build a seven-bedroom property.
Beyoncé and Jay-Z are reportedly utilizing an exemption clause to build a property in the UK
Beyoncé and Jay-Z appear to be expanding their global real estate footprint with a major investment in the English countryside. The couple is reportedly nearing completion on the purchase of a 58-acre estate near the village of Wigginton in the Cotswolds. The site, currently featuring a lake and a derelict structure, already has planning permission for a spectacular seven-bedroom residence. According to The U.S. Sun, the couple is utilizing a special exemption clause in the Government’s National Planning Policy Framework to attain permission for the new home.
The publication notes that the exemption permits building new homes in rural locations where planning typically would not fly. The design of the home must be of “exceptional quality . . . truly outstanding, reflecting the highest standards in architecture” to qualify. Some reportedly call it the “rich person clause.” This is because it costs millions of pounds to override the restriction.
The U.S. Sun notes that the couple attained planning permission in 2021.
The listing noted that permission was granted to “create a large contemporary dwelling that part-cantilevers over its own lake.” The home reportedly “has incredible room volumes” with “exceptional” light and “stunning views over the countryside.”
Beyoncé and Jay-Z’s home will reportedly contain seven bedrooms, seven bathrooms, and seven reception rooms, according to The Standard. David and Victoria Beckham, Jeremy Clarkson, and Kate Moss reportedly live in the area.
The ‘Cowboy Carter’ singer is officially a billionaire as 2025 comes to a close
Beyoncé has officially entered the billionaire ranks, according to Forbes’ 2025 billionaire list. This makes her only the fifth musician in history to achieve a net worth of $1 billion or more. The milestone places her alongside elite peers such as her husband Jay‑Z, Taylor Swift, Rihanna, and Bruce Springsteen — a testament to her enduring influence not just in music but across the broader entertainment economy.
A major driver of Beyoncé’s ascent to billionaire status has been her strategic control over her own music and touring empire. After founding Parkwood Entertainment in 2010, she maintained ownership of her catalog and productions, enabling her to capture a larger share of profits from blockbuster tours and visual projects. Forbes reports that her 2023 “Renaissance World Tour” grossed nearly $600 million, while her pivot into country music with Cowboy Carter in 2024 helped fuel the highest‑grossing tour of 2025, grossing more than $400 million in ticket sales and another $50 million in merchandise.
Forbes estimates that in 2025 alone, Beyoncé earned roughly $148 million before taxes. This puts her among the world’s highest‑paid musicians in the world.
Beyond touring revenue, her wealth is bolstered by long‑term earnings from her music catalog and carefully chosen brand ventures. This includes her haircare line Cécred and whiskey label SirDavis, even as some past projects like Ivy Park have phased out.
