Quebec beach closed due to private developer actions [Video]

The town of Hudson, Que. has closed Sandy Beach for the summer, just as the weather is starting to be warm enough to enjoy it.

The beach is on private property and so too ar the trails leading up to the popular destination.

The town made the announcement on Friday.

“It is a disappointment for many families already since the pathways were closed on March 11,” said Hudson Mayor Chloe Hutchison.

The private land where the beach is located is owned by a developer. Concrete blocks are in place along with signage to keep people away.

“I think this is a good wake up call for the town as well, to take on our responsibilities and to ensure that people respect private property,” said Hutchison.

For decades, there has been talk about development near Sandy Beach. Much of the land is owned by Nicanco Holdings and recently the Quebec Environment Ministry pulled a permit for the developer …