Advocacy
The Conservancy is a strong and respected voice for preservation laws and policies at every level of government. From testifying before the City’s Landmarks Preservation Commission, to lobbying in Albany and in Washington, D.C, to rallying constituents, we have a powerful impact. Our policy positions help shape landmarking, planning, and development decisions which affect our economy, tourism, and quality of life.
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Your Last Chance to Speak Out!
On Thursday, November 21, the City Council will start voting on the most drastic change to New York’s zoning in decades. Even...
Penn Station & Giant Towers Back in the News
––The Conservancy sent Governor Hochul a letter and petition last Friday asking for an independent review of through-running at Penn Station. Sixteen colleague groups...
Speak Out! Drastic Changes Coming to New York City
The Conservancy testified on the City of Yes for Housing Opportunity at an October 22 City Council hearing. This Adams administration...
Amtrak Wants Empires–Not Modern Transit
Amtrak claims it needs to double the number of trains from New Jersey to Penn Station to meet booming ridership...
Squandering Architectural Heritage
Preservationist David Garrad Lowe’s obituary in Sunday’s New York Times was a fitting tribute to a singular man who combined...
Amtrak Says Bulldozing Only Way to Expand
Amtrak, MTA, and New Jersey Transit say they have completed an “exhaustive study” and concluded that the only way to...
Conservancy Testifies For Jacob Day & Manufacturers Trust Company Buildings
The Conservancy testified on two issues at the LPC in September. We supported designation of the Jacob Day Residence at...
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