Wealthy homeowners sue town in fight over disputed driveway

A wealthy California couple is taking their fight for a new entrance to their mansion to court after a local battle over a stretch of land spiralled into threats, political fallout, and a dispute over who owns the ground. The owners of an 11-acre estate in the Bay Area’s Corte Madera want to turn a long disputed route into a second driveway, arguing it would offer a crucial escape option during wildfires. At the heart of the case is whether the property owner has the legal right to build on Alta Way. Picture: Google Maps But the plan has drawn fierce resistance from residents who fear losing the character of their neighbourhood. The property is no ordinary suburban home. Formerly owned by WeWork co-founder Adam Neumann and music promoter Bill Graham, the so-called Guitar House fetched $US22.4 million ($32 million) in 2021. Zillow estimates its current value at nearly $US29 million ($41 million). MORE: Neighbours can now fine you $340 over act Parking war exposes desperate neighbour act ‘Trapped’: Aus DIY parking hack backfires The Bay Area mansion was once owned by WeWork co-founder Adam Neumann. At the heart of the case is one basic issue with expensive consequences: Whether the p...