In-kind replacement is the fundamental standard for historic sidewalk preservation across NYC's protected districts. Under LPC guidelines, if an original bluestone flag or granite curb is damaged beyond repair, it must be replaced with a new element that matches the original's dimensions, color, texture, and surface finish. Using matching, in-kind materials is often the easiest way to secure streamlined LPC staff permits and ensure the visual continuity of the historic streetscape remains intact.
← Back to Full Glossary