Crews removed trash and items from an abandoned property in Studio City on Friday, two days after a fire near Moorpark Street and Babcock Avenue. The city’s Department of Building and Safety declared the lot hazardous and planned demolition and cleanup. The site has become a flashpoint between Mayor Karen Bass and Councilmember Nithya Raman.
WHO:Crews clearing the property; residents; Mayor Karen Bass; Councilmember Nithya Raman; Los Angeles Department of Building and Safety
WHAT:Demolition and cleanup began for a hazardous abandoned lot after a fire, escalating a mayoral campaign dispute.
WHEN:Reported Aug 28, 2026
WHERE:Los Angeles, CA
WHY:The lot was declared hazardous by the city’s Department of Building and Safety, following a fire residents said was part of ongoing problems.
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