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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Another Reason for an Independent Review at Penn
The stub-end, underground station the railroads want to build for New Jersey Transit is estimated to cost $16 billion. It...
Amtrak Slammed Over $16.7 Billion Penn Expansion Plan
Amtrak Slammed Over $16.7 Billion Penn Expansion Plan – Another Call for an Independent Review A Curbed article last Friday...
What Happened to Renovating Penn Station?
What Happened to Renovating Penn Station? This morning’s Crain’s New York Business asked a question that deserves an answer. “What...
Plans for Penn Station Deserve Independent Review – Sign our Petition!
Amtrak made a public presentation yesterday on plans for expanding rail capacity at Penn Station. Amtrak consultants said they...
“City of Yes for Housing Opportunity” Public Hearing July 10
This massive proposal will impact neighborhoods across the City. The City Planning Commission is holding its public hearing on “City...
Elected Officials Demand City to End 5G Tower Installations
Elected officials are keeping up the fight over giant 32-foot 5G towers being installed across the City. In two letters...
The Conservancy Supports Willoughby-Hart Historic District
Brooklyn’s newest historic district is Willoughby-Hart, an enclave of two blocks in Bedford-Stuyvesant. The Landmarks Preservation Commission (LPC) voted to...
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