L.A. building on cover of The Doors’ ‘Morrison Hotel’ album damaged by fire

The Los Angeles Fire Department (LAFD) is investigating a recent fire in a building that was evacuated and no injuries were reported. The involvement of arson investigators and police detectives was described as customary and not necessarily indicating suspicion of arson. The property, which changed hands in 2023, was slated for redevelopment into residential, lodging, dining, and drinking space. The E-shaped building is eligible for the California Register of Historical Resources, but alterations may prevent it from being considered for the National Register of Historic Places. The investigation into the cause of the fire is ongoing, with no bodies found during a search. The building was off-limits to the public, but several dozen people were evacuated and three more were helped to escape by firefighters. Los Angeles County records indicate the planned redevelopment of the property, but the specific details of the fire or any potential leads are not currently available.

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