HDC works with a constituency of over 500 neighborhood-based organizations to create an educated, active community of preservationists engaged in protecting and enhancing New York City’s irreplaceable built and cultural heritage. Working through our Neighborhood Partners program, HDC engages in community building and development, offers educational programs and delivers technical resources, strategic assistance and direct [...]

HDC has compiled resources to assist NYC residents in the protection of their neighborhoods. Our online guide can help you become aware of many advocacy tools available when preserving your neighborhood. Explore this section of our Web site to learn how to gain designation on the local, state and national levels; how to advocate within [...]

HDC proposes and nurtures potential historic districts and individual landmarks. We review each proposal brought to the Landmarks Preservation Commission and comment when appropriate at public proceedings. Follow our weekly posts at HDC@LPC to learn how HDC promotes good design in historic neighborhoods. Continue to HDC@LPC Help HDC continue to support good design and maintain [...]