Originally posted by Jesse:
Some years ago when AquaMarina Suites was going up the locals discovered an under-table permit to go to 4 storeys. All hell broke loose with demonstrations, marches, threats, political retribution, etc. until finally the permit was withdrawn. I wonder if that will happen again next time someone tries for that fourth floor?
It didn't happen this time and a precedent appears to have been set. There have been many, well attended meetings on this subject - perhaps not widely publized, but the papers knew about them.
Beach front land is at a premium and the only way to build is up.