“We’re Demolishing Your Beach House,” My Dad Said—Then the Development Board Shut It Down

about ownership.”

Jennifer opened her briefcase, pulled out a tablet, and tapped twice. “A misunderstanding that resulted in a demolition permit being issued based on a fraudulent ownership claim. The Coastal Development Board takes that very seriously.”

That name—Coastal Development Board—hit my father differently than “court” ever did. Because the continue reading …