The New York City Landmark Preservation Commission has announced the launch of the organization’s new Climate Resiliency Initiative, a sustainability effort aimed at protecting the city’s waterfront historic properties from climate-related weather events. The initiative, funded by a $500,000 multi-year hazard mitigation grant from the Federal Emergency Management Agency through the NYC Emergency Management Department, will focus on identifying and investing in vulnerable historic properties in the city’s flood zones.
As part of the initiative, the LPC will conduct a survey of properties in flood-prone areas, develop geospatial data collection tools to monitor these resources, and share the information with various government partners.
Beyond surveying properties, the organization plans to engage in outreach efforts to educate owners of landmark properties in flood-prone areas about the potential impacts of storms and provide guidance on mitigation measures. The LPC plans to support owners looking to implement climate efficiency and resiliency measures in their buildings.
“Making our coastal communities more resilient to climate change-induced extreme weather means recognizing the cultural significance of these historic buildings to their respective neighborhoods while simultaneously seeking ways to provide flood protection along the city’s waterfront,” said Laurian Farrell, deputy commissioner of coastal resilience, New York City Department of Environmental Protection. “This newly announced initiative will allow the Landmark Preservation Commission to identify and fortify vulnerable landmark properties within the city’s flood zones.”
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