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Cliff Walk Repair Stalls Over Ochre Court | Providence News
A historic clash unfolds in Newport, Rhode Island, as state officials push forward with a $23 million Cliff Walk repair project—designed to stabilize the bluff with riprap—while the owners of the $16 million Ochre Court mansion resist, fearing the work will damage their private scenic overlook. The state argues the public project must prioritize preserving the iconic walkway, not private views, and insists any upkeep for the overlook should be handled separately. In a move to avoid a stalemate, the Coastal Resources Management Council unanimously postponed final approval, opening the door for…
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