Residential Area Isn’t for Business
I am writing in response to Aaron Spelling’s comments about the Superior Court’s prohibition of filming in a residential area of Hermosa Beach (“Spelling Criticizes Ruling on ‘90210’ Filming in Hermosa,” Oct. 9).
It appears that Spelling thinks the film industry should have an unlimited right to film anywhere it pleases, regardless of the impact on those living nearby. Residents have a legitimate interest in preserving the peace and tranquillity of their neighborhoods. Zoning normally precludes business in residential areas. The suggestion that film companies might flee to other states ignores similar laws.
“Beverly Hills, 90120” made plans to conduct ongoing filming in our neighborhood during the next year without advising or consulting with impacted neighbors. Although Spelling asserts that only three days of filming have occurred, his company proposed up to 50 days here in the next year, and the City of Hermosa Beach was prepared to allow 24 days.
It is not too much to ask that residents be heard before filming is allowed in residential areas, particularly extended filming.
JIM HAMILTON
Hermosa Beach
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