ESCAMBIA COUNTY, Fla. — Escambia County commissioners held a heated discussion Thursday morning on a topic that could have major impacts on beach access. The issue is over customary use.
Commissioners are discussing what portions of private property, if any, should be designated for public use. The issue arose from a new law signed by Gov. Ron DeSantis in 2025.
Property owners, as well as members of the public, argue the beaches should be open to everyone. There are three parties involved in the issue: the public, the property owners and the commissioners tasked with making the final decision…