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Paper streets and public rights-of-way to the beach
Summary
Both the Stanton Avenue and Emery Street cases turned on paper streets and rights-of-way — neighbors fear owners will quietly absorb public access to the water.
At a glance
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Last discussed Aug 20, 2026.
Impact analysis
✅Who benefits
Beachgoers and surfers who rely on the rights-of-way for shoreline access.
⚠️Who could be affected
Adjacent owners face boundary confusion; neighbors fear gradual loss of access.
Mentions & discussions (1)
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