Bronx River Bike Tour Sunday, June 12, 10 a.m. Soundview Park Did you know that the Bronx River Is NYC’s only true fresh water river? It was considered a source for NYC’s drinking water in the early 1830’s. By the end of the 1800’s it was labeled “an open sewer.” The river has made a […]
Item 10 CERTIFICATE OF APPROPRIATENESS BOROUGH OF BROOKLYN 117324- Block 195, lot 26- 178 Dean Street – Boerum Hill Historic District A modified Italianate style rowhouse built in 1859. Application is to construct rooftop and rear yard additions. While we applaud the restoration work going on at the front facade, HDC feels this application for […]
Sunday, May 1stNoon to 5pm Queen of All Saints 300 Vanderbilt Avenue Come experience the beauty and history of one of Brooklyn’s premier landmark neighborhoods at this year’s Clinton Hill House Tour. Stroll along the tree-lined streets to see a stunning variety of architectural styles and take advantage of the rare opportunity to see the […]
Item 7 CERTIFICATE OF APPROPRIATENESS BOROUGH OF BROOKLYN 116820- Block 1117, lot 1- Prospect Park, Grand Army Plaza – Scenic Landmark A formal space with primarily naturalistic style park designed in 1865 by Frederick Law Olmsted and Calvert Vaux. Application is to alter sidewalks and traffic islands. In general this proposal and the one to […]
Item 7 CERTIFICATE OF APPROPRIATENESS BOROUGH OF BROOKLYN 116820- Block 1117, lot 1- Prospect Park, Grand Army Plaza – Scenic Landmark A formal space with primarily naturalistic style park designed in 1865 by Frederick Law Olmsted and Calvert Vaux. Application is to alter sidewalks and traffic islands. In general this proposal and the one to […]
The pastor of Sheepshead Bay’s oldest house of worship says he’s abandoning a plan to tear down its two iconic steeples, and will now restore the debilitated towers. “We had a meeting with a new contractor who told us that it’s possible and affordable to restore them,” said Pastor Jay Kyung Kim. “We’re very happy.” […]
The pastor of Sheepshead Bay’s oldest house of worship says he’s abandoning a plan to tear down its two iconic steeples, and will now restore the debilitated towers. “We had a meeting with a new contractor who told us that it’s possible and affordable to restore them,” said Pastor Jay Kyung Kim. “We’re very happy.” […]
http://www.communitywalk.com/historic_districts_council/historic_districts_council/map/1007962 HDC’s new maps with our Six to Celebrate neighborhoods, Neighborhoods at risk, and recently designated districts. HDC is proud to work with so many diverse neighborhoods throughout New York City. View our website for information on these and other neighborhoods HDC is working with. http://hdc.org/ http://hdc.org/neighborhoodatrisk.htm
http://www.communitywalk.com/historic_districts_council/historic_districts_council/map/1007962 HDC’s new maps with our Six to Celebrate neighborhoods, Neighborhoods at risk, and recently designated districts. HDC is proud to work with so many diverse neighborhoods throughout New York City. View our website for information on these and other neighborhoods HDC is working with. http://hdc.org/ http://hdc.org/neighborhoodatrisk.htm
LPC Docket Number: 108326 Brooklyn, Block: 1063, Lot: 7 75 7th Avenue aka 180 Berkeley Place – Park Slope Historic District A Romanesque Revival style apartment house designed by M.J. Morrill and built in 1888. Application is to install an exhaust duct and new storefront infill. HDC Testimony In general, the proposed storefront is an […]
