Norms Coffee Shop in Los Angeles May Avoid Takeover
Raising Cane’s Withdraws Plan to Preserve Historic Structure
Amid the possibility of a historic Norms coffee shop in Los Angeles being overtaken by a Raising Cane’s restaurant, the casual fast-food chain has announced that it will no longer present its case to take over the cultural landmark.
Withdrawal of Presentation
Raising Cane’s was slated to make a case on Thursday to the LA Conservancy about how it plans to preserve the structure if it successfully takes over the operation. However, it submitted a letter to the Cultural Heritage Commission that it no longer plans to do so.
Reason for Withdrawal
“We have heard the community’s concerns, and we are in discussions with Norm’s about the future of the site,” Raising Cane’s said in its brief letter.
Background of the Issue
The chicken-centered chain was in talks of potentially taking over the Norms restaurant on La Cienega Boulevard near Beverly Grove. Raising Cane’s owns the property where Norms rests.
Historic Significance of the Location
Because that Norms location, which has been operating for more than 60 years, was given a historic landmark designation, Raising Cane’s had to give a presentation on how it would preserve the historic structure.
Future Unclear
Raising Cane’s has not said how it will move forward with that property, or if it will continue to lease it to Norms.
Conclusion
The withdrawal of Raising Cane’s presentation to the LA Conservancy means that the historic Norms coffee shop may be spared from takeover. The future of the property remains unclear, but the community can breathe a sigh of relief that the cultural landmark may be preserved.
FAQs
Q: Why did Raising Cane’s withdraw its presentation?
A: Raising Cane’s submitted a letter to the Cultural Heritage Commission stating that it has heard the community’s concerns and is in discussions with Norm’s about the future of the site.
Q: Will Raising Cane’s continue to lease the property to Norm’s?
A: The future of the property is unclear, and Raising Cane’s has not made any statements about continuing to lease it to Norm’s.
Q: What is the significance of the historic landmark designation?
A: The historic landmark designation means that the Norms location must be preserved in its original form if it is to be taken over by another business.
Q: What does this mean for the community?
A: The community can breathe a sigh of relief that the cultural landmark may be preserved, and the historic Norms coffee shop may continue to operate without interruption.
