'Mansionization' vs. Property Rights

Facing threat of lawsuits, California city declines zoning against massive homes.

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September 12, 2000, 3:00 PM PDT

By Abhijeet Chavan @http://twitter.com/legalaidtech

Palos Verdes Estates had moved closer to regulation of massive homes than its South Bay neighbors until public outcryforced a compromise. A committee recommendation to zone against "mansionization" was shelved, in favor of guidelines underwhich new homes twice the average size will "recieve added attention" from planners.

Thanks to Tom Newman

FULL STORY: Palos Verdes Estates tackles 'mansion' guidelines

Tuesday, September 12, 2000 in Daily Breeze Torrace

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