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The massive Sterling Oaks project of Sierra Madre, from the other side
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Dan Carino
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Jan 29, 2011
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The massive Sterling Oaks project of Sierra Madre, from the other side
Two weeks ago, we met Jeffrey Hildreth, a man who dug a massive cave under his house in Sierra Madre, all by himself. Ultimately he wants to build an art gallery and wine cellar down there, but the city has taken Jeff to court in an effort to stop the project. Off-Ramp's Kevin Ferguson talks with attorney William Litvak, representing the city of Sierra Madre.
Jeff Hildreth, inside his underground cavern
Jeff Hildreth, inside his underground cavern
(
Kevin Ferguson
)

Two weeks ago, we met Jeffrey Hildreth, a man who dug a massive cave under his house in Sierra Madre, all by himself. Ultimately he wants to build an art gallery and wine cellar down there, but the city has taken Jeff to court in an effort to stop the project. Off-Ramp's Kevin Ferguson talks with attorney William Litvak, representing the city of Sierra Madre.

Two weeks ago, we met Jeffrey Hildreth, a man who dug a massive cave under his house in Sierra Madre, all by himself. Ultimately he wants to build an art gallery and wine cellar down there, but the city has taken Jeff to court in an effort to stop the project. Off-Ramp's Kevin Ferguson talks with attorney William Litvak, representing the city of Sierra Madre.

For a photo tour of the hole (and some of the amazing things Jeffrey Hildreth found while digging) take a look at our previous coverage of the project.