L.A. Central City West Dispute On Housing

The western fringe of downtown L.A. has become the stage in a battle between luxury and affordable housing advocates.

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June 12, 2001, 10:45 AM PDT

Geoff Palmer already has one complex built at 8th and the Harbor Freeway. His second complex is proposed for 3rd and Bixel. Affordable housing advocates are fighting this project. They want it to include units for low-income residents. Palmer is threatening to abandon the project which some feel will dampen interest in building more downtown housing.

Thanks to Gwenn Hilburn

FULL STORY: Apartments Have Some Up in Arms

Tuesday, June 12, 2001 in The Los Angeles Times

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