The Conservancy was pleased to present an impressive panel at the Morgan Library & Museum on March 25, 2026. They addressed the question “Are Historic Districts Hampering Housing Production in the City?” Their collective answer was “no.” You can watch their presentations here.
Our panel included leading voices representing economics, public policy, architecture, housing development, and preservation:
- City Council Member, Gale Brewer
- Economist, Principal & CEO of PlaceEconomics, Donovan Rypkema
- Principal of Alexander Gorlin Architects, Alexander Gorlin, FAIA
- Principal of URBAN FACTORS, former Chair of NYC Board of Standards & Appeals, former Commissioner of NYC Landmarks Preservation Commission, land use lawyer, and architect Margery Perlmutter
- Affordable Housing Developer of Fish Plate Development, Maggie Poxon
- Hosted by Conservancy President, Peg Breen
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