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No one is saying you or anyone else won't be able to use the beach, as you always have.
Add to that FACT, the fact that we (SoWal TDC) have now attracted a lower class of tourist. These are the ones that leave trash, bring dogs without leashes, piss and poop in dunes, drink out of glass bottles, etc.
Beach Front Owners have to deal with the aftermath. That's why they care.
john g and vagrant: would you have a problem if I set up my umbrella and chair for my family on the dry sand directly southward of your house or condo? like someone said on another thread, in the past folks owning property on the beach kinda knew others' enjoyment of the beach "out front" was a given. I understand that some are not respectful but are you in favor of prohibiting all? is your property under assault? you seem to be hung up on the "Lower class" tourist. I'm sorry that enforcement against abuse is lax but y'all seem heavy handed. off putting.