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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Our Year in Historic Preservation
To Our Members: Thank You for Your Support! We want to extend our heartfelt thanks for standing by us in...
City of Yes – Landmark Confusion
Last week the New York City Council passed City of Yes for Housing Opportunity. It’s the Adams Administration plan to rewrite...
The Shrinking of Penn Improvement Plans
Shortly after Governor Hochul told a November business breakfast that she wanted a “magnificent” Penn Station to rival Moynihan Train...
Our Heartfelt Thanks
As we head into the holiday season, I want to extend our heartfelt thanks for standing by us and the...
Historic Districts Aren’t the Problem
Historic Districts continue to be “punching bags,” blamed for the City’s lack of affordable housing and denounced as “elite.” Unfortunately, a New...
City of Yes Faced Pushback but Passed First Hurdle
On Friday, November 22, the City Council gave its preliminary approval to City of Yes for Housing Opportunity. Two committee...
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...
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