Land Use & Zoning
In New York, 'historic preservation' at the local level is typically administered by:
AThe New York State Historic Preservation Office (SHPO) for all projects
BLocal historic preservation commissions or landmarks boards, which may designate landmarks and review proposed alterations✓ Correct
CThe New York State Department of State
DThe National Park Service for all designated properties
Explanation
In New York, local historic preservation is administered by municipal landmarks commissions or historic preservation boards. NYC has the Landmarks Preservation Commission (LPC); other municipalities have their own boards.
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Transfer Tax
A tax imposed by state or local governments when real property ownership is transferred, typically based on the sale price.
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