I believe my responsibility is to protect those rights. Exclusivity has negative connotations. Security has negative connotations. Coastal managers involved in the decision making process have to look at the existing standards and policies and make their decisions on those, and not on their personal preferences. Wan said the Commission cut the number of homes that could be developed in Sand Pointe because of concern over how the view would be impacted.
Coastal views is an important issue in California.
People from other states are often impressed that you don't have to own part of the beach to even be able to see it when you drive by. It's positive for our state and helps our tourism. The debate over gated communities also includes whether or not public monies should be used to protect beaches where public access is limited or prohibited. Beaches provide benefits beyond access that would need to be taken into account when making that decision. While there may be no simple answers for coastal managers in the discussion of gated communities, Douglas thinks it's important that the questions be posed.