The Los Angeles City Council approved the removal of the 19-unit multifamily property at 140 S Occidental Boulevard from the Rent Escrow Account Program (REAP), under Case No. 819441. The property was originally cited on July 30, 2024, for three violations involving general maintenance and illegal construction. Following the correction of all cited issues, confirmation from the LAHD’s Code Enforcement Division, and clearance from the Inner City Law Center, the property was deemed compliant with all relevant municipal codes. The City Council adopted the resolution to terminate rent reductions and close the REAP escrow account. Outstanding fees were resolved to the satisfaction of LADWP, and funds in escrow are set to be disbursed per ordinance priorities. The property will also undergo ongoing compliance monitoring through LAHD’s Systematic Code Enforcement Program (SCEP), including two prepaid annual inspections.
This action confirms that the property has been brought up to code and ensures safe and habitable conditions for tenants. It supports the city’s broader commitment to code enforcement while enabling landlords to resume full property operations once compliance is achieved.