Economy.
Historic landmarks throughout the boroughs attract both international and domestic tourists.
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Jobs.
Historic rehabilitation creates proportionally more jobs and higher paying jobs than new construction.
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History.
New York's historic fabric makes it the great city that it is. We believe that its future should include its past.
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Will I be restricted in the kind of changes I can make?
Yes, New York City landmark designation does place additional restrictions on historic properties, which most often involve exterior changes. Designation is designed to protect and preserve properties and neighborhoods. This can be beneficial to a property owner by preventing undesirable changes to neighboring buildings that could take away from property values and the ambiance or enjoyment of the property.
If my neighborhood or building is designated, will I be required to restore my property?
No. The LPC does not require restoration or force owners to return buildings to their original condition. The LPC only regulates proposed work on designated structures. It may, however, make recommendations for restorative treatment when other work is undertaken to the property.
What is an Historic District?
An historic district is an area of the city designated by the Landmarks Preservation Commission (LPC) that represents at least one period or style of architecture typical of one or more areas in the city’s history; as a result, the district has a distinct “sense of place.”
Having a neighborhood designated preserves the physical nature of the area and helps protect the area from out-of-scale and inappropriate development.