LPC Unveils New Tools to Streamline Permits and Explore NYC’s Past
- eva_hatzaki
- 1 day ago
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Updated guidebook, enhanced landmark maps, and new archaeology database improve access to preservation resources.
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On June 27, the NYC Landmarks Preservation Commission (LPC) announced the launch of new and updated resources to help the public more easily access agency information and navigate the permitting process.
The updated LPC Permit Guidebook: How to Get Staff-Level Approvals provides step-by-step guidance for submitting complete, accurate applications, enabling staff to review proposals and issue permits more quickly. It covers the most common work types, as well as barrier-free access, sustainability, and flood-proofing measures that help historic buildings adapt to climate change. The guide also offers detailed instructions for using LPC’s Portico application portal and incorporates recent rule changes, including expanded staff-level review for solar panel installations, streamlined approvals for outdoor dining structures in historic districts under the Dining Out NYC program, and other process improvements.
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In addition, LPC has enhanced its online mapping resources. The upgraded Discover NYC Landmarks map offers an improved way to explore designated sites, while the new Archaeology Report Finder provides public access to archaeological studies conducted through environmental review or under the Landmarks Law. These reports document site histories, potential archaeological resources, and discoveries made during excavations—offering valuable insights into the city’s layered past and making this information accessible to researchers, preservationists, and the general public. 🀰
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