Tag: L.A. Office of Historic Resources
McAvoy on Preservation: Preservation policies are strong, leadership is lacking
We have a process, but . . . How do we as citizens help to preserve the iconic individual structures and significant historic neighborhoods in Los Angeles? Seems a simple question, right? Provide processes for protection and make sure that advocates and the city work together to achieve preservation goals in adopted plans and policies. Make […]
Historic status for Farmers Insurance building passes hurdle
The Farmers Insurance building tower at 4680 Wilshire Blvd. is being considered to become a Historic Cultural Monument, and the application was unanimously approved at a meeting of the Cultural Heritage Commission in December. The 1920s building and surrounding 10 acres were purchased by CIM developers in mid-year. Community residents attended the meeting to support the […]
