March 2, 2010

LPC Docket Number: 104962 Brooklyn, Block: 6600, Lot: 119 820 East 16th Street –  Avenue H Station House, Individual Landmark A cottage style office building with Colonial Revival and Queen Anne style elements built in the 20th Century. Application is to install a sculpture. HDC Testimony HDC is incredibly pleased that this project is before […]

February 2, 2010

LPC Docket Number: 104968 Brooklyn, Block: 45, Lot: 7509 72 Front Street – DUMBO Historic District An Industrial neo-Classical style factory building designed by William Higginson and built in 1911.  Application is to install a bracket sign. HDC Testimony While bracket signs may be fitting for traditional shopping districts such as the Ladies’ Mile, they […]

Statement on 65 Schofield Street, City Island

January 19, 2010 Statement of the Historic Districts Council Regarding the Proposed Landmark Designation of 65 Schofield Street aka 240 William Avenue, Borough of The Bronx The Historic Districts Council is the citywide advocate for New York’s historic neighborhoods and buildings. HDC is pleased to have the opportunity to speak in favor of the designation […]