Silver Towers Complex Designated a Landmark
On Nov. 18, 2008, the 'University Village' Site (commonly known as the Silver Towers Complex) was awarded landmark status by the Landmarks Preservation Commission.

The three buildings, designed by I.M. Pei, are representations of their architectural era. The decision made by the Landmarks Preservation Commission ensures that these buildings will be preserved and protected so that they can be appreciated by future generations of NYC residents.

In NYU's long-range space planning effort, NYU's consultants have recommended that the University consider building a fourth tower on the Silver Towers site. Although the University has not made a decision about this concept, Alicia Hurley, NYU's Vice President for Government Relations and Community Engagement, said,  "We are pleased that today's action ensures that now, if we do pursue that course, everyone can be assured of a full public dialogue about the project."

 

Andrew Berman, Executive Director of GVSHP also lauded the decision:  "The LPC's designation report, approved at today's meeting, acknowledges the importance of the open space as integral to the design, thus making their required approval of construction of a tower on this site by the LPC in the future seem highly unlikely."

 

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Wednesday, Sept. 17 , 5:00 p.m.- Task Force Meeting at 1 Centre St., 19th Floor. The agenda discussed process and timeline as they relate to NYU's 2031 urban campus planning and development projects prior to mandated public hearings (Community Board Committees, for instance).  Additionally the Community Task Force reviewed the initial "Working Principles" adopted in Sept 2006.  These can be seen at the bottom of the Principles page.  Minutes