Land Use & Zoning

NYC's Landmarks Preservation Commission has the authority to:

ASet property tax rates for landmarked buildings
BDesignate individual buildings and historic districts and regulate alterations to protect their historic character✓ Correct
CRequire demolition of deteriorated historic buildings
DGrant variances from the NYC Zoning Resolution

Explanation

The NYC Landmarks Preservation Commission (LPC) designates individual landmarks, interior landmarks, scenic landmarks, and historic districts, and regulates changes to designated properties. Owners of landmarked buildings must obtain LPC approval (a Certificate of Appropriateness) before making exterior alterations.

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