Gentle reader, Steps away from the west wall of Paramount Studios in Hollywood, a lovely bungalow court sits vacant and lonely behind its picket fence. New: scroll to the bottom for updates, including the reported demolition of this property on January 24, 2023, and visit the
Dec 29, 2022Liked by Esotouric's Secret Los Angeles
What an interesting and valuable contribution to Los Angeles history and corruption. Keep up son trying to save our precious and artistic older properties for generations to come. Happy New Year..
Jan 4, 2023Liked by Esotouric's Secret Los Angeles
The bungalow courts were the first to go in Silver Lake. A lot of older duplexes, triplexes and small apartment buildings particularly are falling to small lot that are not necessarily historic but have "vernacular charm" and give the neighborhood character. When they revised the ordinance 2016-2018 they took notice of the problems with bungalow courts.
Thanks for your diligent work to keep us aware of how fast we're losing what makes Los Angeles interesting and historic.
Jan 4, 2023Liked by Esotouric's Secret Los Angeles
When the City introduced the Small Lot Subdivision ordinance, they championed the Maltman Bungalow Court in Silver Lake as a way to preserve this type of uniquely historic LA housing - with their small bits of open space (and mature trees) and encourage affordable home ownership. They seemed to have forgotten that goal. It's how the City sold it to Neighborhood Councils to gain their support.
I'm very familiar with the place. I stole the gardening tools that were left behind on the property. A few rakes and shovels, if I recall. As far as the demolition is concerned, it's no great loss. Old doesn't necessarily translate to valuable.
What an interesting and valuable contribution to Los Angeles history and corruption. Keep up son trying to save our precious and artistic older properties for generations to come. Happy New Year..
If the city was truly “green”, they would better incentivize owners to preserve what’s there. They are dishonest in their intentions.
How is this building a “designated historic resource” but they can still get a demo permit?
I made a self-guided walking route of East Hollywood bungalow courts. Enjoy! https://www.google.com/maps/d/u/0/edit?mid=1yEFWRseF_hIGcxih4TPW21Th5TD8eI1w&usp=sharing
The bungalow courts were the first to go in Silver Lake. A lot of older duplexes, triplexes and small apartment buildings particularly are falling to small lot that are not necessarily historic but have "vernacular charm" and give the neighborhood character. When they revised the ordinance 2016-2018 they took notice of the problems with bungalow courts.
Thanks for your diligent work to keep us aware of how fast we're losing what makes Los Angeles interesting and historic.
When the City introduced the Small Lot Subdivision ordinance, they championed the Maltman Bungalow Court in Silver Lake as a way to preserve this type of uniquely historic LA housing - with their small bits of open space (and mature trees) and encourage affordable home ownership. They seemed to have forgotten that goal. It's how the City sold it to Neighborhood Councils to gain their support.
The bungalow court was demolished today.
Possibly - I'll see what I can dig up - it will take some time. Let me know if you need it more immediately.
I'm very familiar with the place. I stole the gardening tools that were left behind on the property. A few rakes and shovels, if I recall. As far as the demolition is concerned, it's no great loss. Old doesn't necessarily translate to valuable.