Public Will Get Say on Landmark’s Controversial Revised Rules Changes After All
After nearly a year of heated debate between preservationists and the Landmarks Preservation Commission over a controversial proposal to change the rules under which the agency operates, the LPC announced they will hold another public hearing on the matter on October 16.
Work Almost Complete at Brooklyn Heights Wood Frame House After Loss of Original Walls
The construction fence around a rare Federal-era wood frame house in Brooklyn Heights came down briefly this week, revealing the transformation of the building is nearly complete.
Everybody Wants Two Carroll Gardens Buildings to Be Landmarked, Except for the Owner
At an LPC hearing Tuesday, a representative for the owner of one of two buildings being proposed for landmarking accused supporters of acting in bad faith.
Landmarks Extends Boerum Hill Historic District, Includes Quaint Row of Shops on Atlantic Avenue
This morning the Landmarks Preservation Commission unanimously voted in favor of a proposed extension to the Boerum Hill Historic District.
Fred Bland Will Head the Landmarks Preservation Commission — for Now
An LPC commissioner since 2008, Bland will take over as interim chair until a new chair has been appointed.
Effort to Landmark Walt Whitman’s Brooklyn Home Gains Political Support From City Council Members
The efforts of a coalition of preservationists, scholars and fans of Whitman got a boost Monday from six New York City Council members who signed a letter of support for designation.
As Rezoning Looms, Gowanus Locals Renew Push to Landmark Area, Reveal List of Key Sites
The proposal includes nearly 30 individual buildings, three historic districts and one scenic landmark.
Coney Island Boardwalk Designated a Scenic Landmark by the LPC
This morning, the Landmarks Preservation Commission voted unanimously in favor of designating the Coney Island Boardwalk.
Businesses on Atlantic Avenue Want Out of Proposed Boerum Hill Historic District Extension
Six owners on Atlantic Avenue, a portion of which is included in the proposed expansion, spoke out against their buildings being included.
Meenakshi Srinivasan Resigns as Chair of the Landmarks Preservation Commission
Preservationists outraged by recent LPC decisions have complained the group is not doing its job.
