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Landmarks legalizes stucco cladding and parapet extension at 128–130 East 70th Street despite preservation objections
Summary
The commission approved after‑the‑fact installation of a three‑coat stucco cladding and a raised parapet at the rear of 128–130 East 70th Street, finding the work reversible and noting the rear facade’s prior alterations; preservation groups and the community board had urged brick restoration or more textured treatment.
The Landmarks Preservation Commission voted to legalize three‑coat stucco cladding applied to the rear façade of 128–130 East 70th Street and to approve a modest parapet extension, despite objections from preservation groups and Manhattan Community Board 8, which had recommended denial.
Trimble Architecture project manager Ryan Bemberg told the commission that unforeseen masonry deterioration — including interior‑grade brick exposed after removal of an old chimney…
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