Demolitions

To prevent the loss of buildings that may have historical or architectural significance the Design Review Committee of the Landmarks Preservation Advisory Board reviews applications for demolition of buildings over 50 years old. Demolition of buildings on landmark sites or within historic districts requires a Landmark Alteration Certificate.

How is “Demolition” Defined?
For the purposes of the Design review Committee's review, “demolition” means an act or process which removes:

• 50 percent or more of the exterior walls of a building as measured contiguously around the “building coverage;” or
• 50 percent or more of the roof areas as measured in plan view; or
• any exterior wall facing a public street, but not an act or process which removes an exterior wall facing an alley.

How Much is the Application Fee for Demolition?

Demo Fee Requirements: an initial fee of around $268 for primary buildings and around $134 for accessory buildings, with an additional fee of approximately $1,430 when a public hearing review is required. Most applications do not require a public hearing. Check the current Fees for specific information.

•   Application for Demolition of a Non-Landmarked Building Over 50-Years Old
• Demolition Review Process
• Demolition Permits Information
  

Last Updated on Wednesday, 14 January 2009 01:45