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East Hampton mansion deemed unlivable

Imagine spending millions on a dream home, only to have it declared uninhabitable. That’s what happened to billionaire developer Harry Macklowe in East Hampton after he made major changes to his mansion without the right permits—destroying protected wetlands in the process. Now, he’s been ordered to restore the land and remove the illegal upgrades within 120 days. This story has sparked a heated debate: Should the ultra-wealthy face harsher consequences for breaking environmental and zoning laws, or is this a fair outcome? How would you feel if this happened in your neighborhood? #RealEstate #EastHampton #Wetlands