Landmarks Preservation Commission
New York Public Library’s $317M master plan advances with LPC approval
The Landmarks Commission has approved a new entrance on the building’s West 40th Street facade.
The Strand’s owner pleads with LPC to keep ‘red tape’ away from building
Nancy Bass Wyden, the owner of the famed bookstore, wants to keep her building from being landmarked
Snøhetta’s new design for 550 Madison Avenue gets broad support from architects
During a two-hour Landmarks Preservation Commission hearing, architects weighed in on the new design
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Inwood enclave of early 20th-century homes is NYC’s newest historic district
The new historic district features 15 two-story homes that date back to the 1920s and 1930s.
Snøhetta unveils new, ‘preservation-first’ design for 550 Madison revamp
The architecture firm has retooled its renovation of Philip Johnson’s postmodern landmark
The Strand’s building could be landmarked, despite owner’s objections
The Strand in Greenwich Village is one of seven buildings being considered for landmark status immediately south of Union Square.
NYC’s most endangered buildings
These structures may not be around much longer
LPC approves additional demo of fire-ravaged Lower East Side synagogue
Part of the ruins will be preserved within a new two-tower residential development.
Union Square tech hub spurs LPC to consider 7 buildings for protection
The buildings will be considered by commissioners at a public meeting on Tuesday morning.
South Street Seaport’s Pier 17 will get ice skating rink, winter market
The new additions will be temporary and only go up on Pier 17’s rooftop during the winter months
19th-century Carroll Gardens school is now a NYC landmark
The adjoining apartment building was also designated a landmark.
Dumbo residential conversion approved by LPC on second attempt
The project is expected to create about 50 apartments.
Condo on East Village gas explosion site gets LPC approval
The seven-story building will bring 21 new apartments to the neighborhood.
Philip Johnson’s postmodern Midtown skyscraper is a NYC landmark
The 37-story, pinkish-gray office tower is considered postmodernism’s first commercial skyscraper.
Dumbo residential conversion sent back for tweaks by LPC
The residential conversion of this former paint manufacturing facility may create nearly 50 apartments.
East Village gas explosion site building sent back for revision by LPC
The seven-story condo will have to come back to the Landmarks Preservation Commission for approval.
The Frick’s expansion gets Landmarks Preservation Commission approval
Despite the resounding approval from Commissioners, many preservationists remain divided over the expansion.
LPC creates new Boerum Hill historic district
The district complements the existing Boerum Hill Historic District, which was created in 1973.
Proposal to landmark former Carroll Gardens school gets unanimous support
The owner of the former kindergarten has threatened to sue the Landmarks Commission if it designates the building
Postmodern icon 550 Madison Avenue is one step closer to becoming a landmark
The proposal to landmark the former AT&T and Sony headquarters garnered support at the LPC.
IFC Center submits revised proposal for planned expansion
The IFC Center wants to add six theaters to its existing space and create room for nearly 1,000 people.
LPC rolls back elements of proposed changes to landmarking process
The changes come after an intense pushback from preservation groups and elected officials.
Landmarks Commission creates Central Harlem historic district
The district is comprised largely of a remarkably intact set of 19th century row houses.
Upper East Side remains divided over Frick Collection’s expansion
A Landmarks Commission meeting on Tuesday provided hours of testimony both for and against the expansion.
Far Rockaway firehouse, police station are city’s newest landmarks
Both buildings date back to the early 20th century.
Ahead of LPC hearing, Frick’s proposed expansion raises eyebrows
Locals and preservationists have concerns
Reflective topper on Willem de Kooning’s former Union Square home finally clears LPC
The conversion of these landmarked buildings into offices can now officially move forward.
Coney Island’s boardwalk becomes an NYC landmark on its 95th anniversary
The 2.7-mile stretch of the beloved boardwalk opened to the public on May 15, 1923.
Landmarks Preservation Commission chair stepping down from her post
Meenakshi Srinivasan’s move comes amid tumult at the LPC
Preservationists unite in effort to stall LPC’s proposed rule changes
Nine local groups have now called on the Landmarks Preservation Commission to withdraw its proposed rule changes
Proposal to create Central Harlem historic district gains momentum
The proposal received unanimous support from local residents at a Landmarks Commission hearing on Tuesday.
Will landmarking Coney Island’s historic boardwalk protect its beloved wooden boards?
The boardwalk falls under the jurisdiction of a different agency, and some worry that future changes will be carried out unchecked.
Historic Carroll Gardens school may be saved from the wrecking ball
The school building and its neighbor are officially being considered for landmark status by the LPC.
Williamsburg’s Dime Savings Bank building is an NYC landmark
The building will be restored and integrated into a new residential tower set to rise at the rear of the building.
3 East Harlem buildings with strong community ties are now NYC landmarks
The LPC voted unanimously to designate the buildings Tuesday morning.
The LPC considers changing its public hearing process—here’s what you need to know
The process that allows for changes to NYC’s historic buildings may change—here’s everything you need to know.
Modernist plaza at SOM’s 140 Broadway will get new planters, other changes
The LPC approved replacing planters on the plaza
Coney Island boardwalk is one step closer to becoming a NYC landmark
Landmark protection is moving forward for the boardwalk