Battling over the beach
The McNamees retired to their bluff-top home overlooking a stunning stretch of Corona Del Mar State Beach near Inspiration Point. Their barbecue area is in apparent violation of the Coastal Act, but theyre crossing their fingers for their current appeal. (Irfan Khan / Los Angeles Times)
“George and I are the old school,” Sharlee McNamee, 73, says of herself and her husband, 76. “We think you should be able to dispose of your property as you see fit, as long as you’re not harming anyone else. You should be able to do that without anyones OK.” (Irfan Khan / Los Angeles Times)
The Coastal Commission says the sign that reads “George’s Beach” makes the area look like a private beach, a notion the McNamees dispute, saying beachgoers often use their tables and rinse off under their shower. (Irfan Khan / Los Angeles Times)
If the McNamee’s lose their appeal, they’ll be forced to remove their picnic table, grill, even their flower garden, or face a fine of $6,000 a day for not complying. (Irfan Khan / Los Angeles Times)
