A local dispute has arisen in the upscale Massachusetts island of Nantucket, involving a billionaire summer resident and a nearby fish market seeking to undergo renovations. Charles Johnson, a prominent investor and owner of the San Francisco Giants, has filed a lawsuit against Straight Wharf Fish, the fish market next to his waterfront cottage. The lawsuit claims that the Alcoholic Beverages Control Commission erred in granting the fish market a liquor license, arguing that it disregarded the potential negative impact on neighboring properties. The fish market's owners aim to transform the establishment into a combined fish market and clam shack, providing both retail and dining experiences. Previous renovations were put on hold following the lawsuit. However, co-owner Gabriel Frasca remains hopeful that an agreement can be reached soon to allow progress on the project. Support for the planned restaurant has come from another notable property owner on the wharf, Charles Schwab, founder of the Charles Schwab Corporation. Schwab's attorney expressed confidence that the details could be worked out to satisfy the neighborhood and community. Nantucket, known for its exclusivity, has been named the world's most expensive beach destination in terms of hotel room rates. The island's real estate market also reflects this high-end status, recently setting a Massachusetts record with the sale of a waterfront home for $38.1 million. The involved parties aim to resolve the legal dispute swiftly and amicably so that the fish market can proceed with its renovations and open its doors to the public.

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