Sculptor Compensated For Destruction of Public Art Work

There's at least one incentive for property owners to maintain required public artwork.

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August 15, 2000, 2:30 PM PDT

By Abhijeet Chavan @http://twitter.com/legalaidtech

When Colorado Place was developed in Santa Monica, CA, a fountain was incorporated to fulfill the local artwork requirement. After the piece was destroyed, thesculptor-designer filed suit. His complaint cited state and federal statutes that recognize the ownership rights of artists to public artworks which they create.

Thanks to Wes Joe

FULL STORY: Fountain's Destruction Costs Former Owner

Tuesday, August 15, 2000 in The Los Angeles Times

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