Environmental Terrorism In Malibu?

A speculator has purchased 2,000 acres of coveted parkland in Malibu. There is fear that he will build on this pristine land.

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September 9, 2001, 1:00 PM PDT

By Gwen Hilburn

Brian Sweeney did it along the Central California coast, and now he is doing it in Malibu. His tactic has been to buy land wanted by conservationists, threaten to build on it, and then sell the land to the conservationsists at huge profit. The California Legislature is moving to tighten loopholes.

Thanks to Gwenn Hilburn

FULL STORY: Speculator Seeks New Riches in Malibu

Sunday, September 9, 2001 in The Los Angeles Times

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