Little respect for the past

Re: “Chronicler of L.A.’s Lost Houses” [Oct. 4], about Sam Watters’ new book on early residential architecture: Restoration is an expensive prospect, and historic restoration is extremely dear. The city of the Bottom Line is not apt to save much that cannot be razed and built new for less money. Next year I will move to Indianapolis, a city that works with homeowners to restore their homes to keep its architectural heritage flourishing.

I’m afraid Mr. Watters’ melancholy, and mine, over the loss of great architecture in L.A. will never be abated.

Dan Pierson Valley Glen