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Billionaire Donates $2M Beachfront Property Amid Sand Dispute
7 Nov
Summary
- Mark Attanasio agreed to donate a $2 million beachfront property.
- Allegations involved sand removal from exclusive Broad Beach in 2024.
- The settlement includes returning sand and restoring coastal habitats.
Mark Attanasio, owner of the Milwaukee Brewers, has agreed to donate a $2 million beachfront property to settle allegations of sand excavation from Malibu's Broad Beach. The dispute arose from construction work in 2024, where his team reportedly removed sand for his adjacent property.
Following an investigation by the California Coastal Commission, Attanasio will also return the excavated sand and restore damaged coastal habitats. The commission found the unauthorized work impacted sensitive areas and public access.
The proposed donation of the 5,135-square-foot oceanfront parcel, located near Big Rock Beach, is intended to create much-needed public recreational access. This initiative addresses the longstanding challenge of establishing new access points along Malibu's private coastline.
The situation highlights ongoing concerns about coastal erosion and preservation efforts at Broad Beach, a stretch known for celebrity residents and its history of restoration projects.
