Rediscovering Older Neighborhoods

The Fairfax district in Los Angeles is an example of investing in older,established, neighborhoods.

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April 3, 2001, 10:30 AM PDT

The Grove at the Farmers Market is the first major new structure in a decade. There are several other new developments in the area. But the benefits come at a price. High-density development changes the quality of life and charm of the area, not to mention traffic. Other hot spots are Mid-City, South-Central L.A., Pasadena, Van Nuys and Burbank.

Thanks to Gwenn Hilburn

FULL STORY: Fairfax District Is Rediscovered

Tuesday, April 3, 2001 in The Los Angeles Times

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