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The City of Paramount is developing a Citywide Historic Context Statement which highlights the trends and patterns of the built environment during Paramount’s rich history.
Commissioned by the City’s Planning Department in January 2024, and prepared by Historic Resources Group (HRG), this comprehensive document explores Paramount’s development from its earliest inhabitants through 1980, outlining the appropriate historical, social, and architectural context during its growth.
As the first of its kind for Paramount, the Historic Context Statement draws on primary and secondary literature review to identify key periods of growth, historical trends, and important figures, including:
- City surveys, assessments, and permits
- Historical property maps and photographs
- Archives from CSU Dominguez Hills, Paramount Historical Society, Paramount Library Local History Collection
The document illustrates development patterns and architectural styles, noting locations previously demolished in order to present a complete picture of Paramount.
As the draft Historical Context Statement & Survey nears completion, community feedback is crucial. Residents and stakeholders are encouraged to review the document and share their insights by emailing comments to planning@paramountcity.com by January 28, 2025. This gives residents and businesses a chance to learn about Paramount’s heritage and play an active role in telling its story.
To view the Citywide Historic Context Statement, please click here to review the document.
