Halifax Apartments, originally known as the Cross Arms Apartments, is a historic apartment building on Yucca Street in

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. Designed by

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, the building was completed in 1923. The building was originally owned by Leach Cross, who named it the "Cross Arms Apartments." At the time of its opening, it was considered one of the largest and most beautiful apartment houses in Hollywood. In October 1924, the building sold for $750,000, and the new owner renamed the building the "Halifax Apartments." In its early years, the Halifax was a popular residence for entertainers, including silent film star

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, and opera star

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. It was also the site of important gatherings, including a 1937 reception hosted by Joseph Laemmle for Mayor Shaw which was also attended by the chief of police and district attorney. In 1981, the Halifax was converted to Section 8 housing for senior citizens. In 1997, ONE Company, headed by

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, and the

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rehabilitated the building, converting 72 single units into 46 units of affordable multi-family housing.Halifax Apartments.
“Credio” Los Angeles. Retrieved 6 July 2015. The building was added to the

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in 1998.

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