Downtown LA Affordable Artists Lofts Lessons Learned from Oakland Warehouse Fire

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For some time, Downtown Los Angeles has avoided the kind of disaster: large numbers of people inside a building that has been set up to be a creative spot, but also a deadly trap. When artists band together to live and create art, life can truly be special, and the environment can be spectacular, but when safety is ignored in favor of economy and fun, then danger will reign. Art, antiques, collectibles, music, creativity, beauty and social events are valuable, but the lives of artists and their fans are priceless. Lots of artwork and decor make for a very fast spreading fire. Here are some safety tips for lofts:

  • Smoke detectors and carbon monoxide detectors are required by law.
  • Numerous fire sprinklers must be installed according to city ordinances.
  • Large groups of people must have more than one clearly marked exit.
  • Fire extinguishers should be mounted near doorways.
  • At the first sign of danger, get out immediately.

Photos From Inside Oakland’s Ghost Ship Collective before the fire:
http://sfist.com/2016/12/03/pre-fire_photos_from_inside_oakland.php#photo-3

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Spring Street Community Garden

In the Historic Core between the Higgins Building and Douglas Lofts, the Spring Street Community Garden is planted next to an orange colored parking garage in Downtown L.A.

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The garden was created about a year ago to provide a space for residents of Downtown Los higgins-spring-st-community-gardenAngeles to garden, picnic, and meet their neighbors. The DTLA community of gardeners understand the profound satisfaction of tending a garden and are grateful for the privilege of eating the fruits and vegetables of their labor. #community #garden

The Historic Core is also home to the largest concentration of Mills Act lofts for sale that can give big savings on property taxes in exchange for owners helping to maintain historic buildings.  Get Mills Act information property free in your email. Fill out the online form.

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