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<\/a>Rendering:\u00a0BFK Architecture + Planning<\/span><\/a><\/em><\/p>\nThe Pico-Union Historic Preservation Overlay Zone (HPOZ) is celebrated for its architectural eclecticism.<\/p>\n
The central Los Angeles neighborhood features a mix of \u201c19th-century Victorian-era cottages, early 20th century Craftsman and Mission Revival bungalows, and larger homes in Period Revival or Classical styles,\u201d according to <\/span>Los Angeles City Planning<\/span><\/a>. In an effort to retain Pico-Union\u2019s character and charm, new developments are subject to design guidelines and approval by its HPOZ board.<\/span><\/p>\n A <\/span>proposed apartment complex<\/span><\/a> at <\/span>1014 West 18th Street<\/span><\/a> seeks to comply with the area\u2019s preservation plan by envisioning a Craftsman-style, two-story fa\u00e7ade boasting wood-look shiplap and shake siding in a reddish-brown color. Although it would resemble a detached single-family home from the vantage point of 18th Street, the apartment complex would include 27 units and transition to a three-story structure toward the rear of the lot.<\/span><\/p>\n TDC Pacific Properties is behind the proposed multi-family development, which would replace a four-unit apartment building and a 1,400-square-foot auto sales office \u2014 both described as \u201cNon-Contributing structures\u201d because they are not architecturally significant.<\/p>\n The proposed residence would house 22 one-bedroom units and five two-bedroom units, including three units that would be set aside for extremely low income households. The apartments would range from 325 to 669 square feet, each featuring one bathroom and a linear or L-shaped kitchen. There would also be a residential lobby, laundry room, bike storage and repair room, and 16 parking spaces.<\/p>\n<\/a>Rendering:\u00a0BFK Architecture + Planning<\/span><\/a><\/em><\/p>\n