Language Access

The Landmarks Preservation Commission (LPC) is committed to providing meaningful access to its services. In compliance with Executive Order 120 and Local Law 30 of 2017, LPC developed a Language Access Implementation Plan (LAIP) outlining how the agency will ensure it can serve individuals with Limited English Proficiency (LEP). This plan will ensure New York City's diverse population can have meaningful access to the agency's services and programs.

Download the Language Access Implementation Plan (in PDF)

LPC will update its Language Access Implementation Plan at least every three years. The agency's Language Access Coordinator is Courtney Clark Metakis, Director of Communications, who will oversee the implementation of the plan and revise it accordingly.

Language Assistance Services

LPC will provide free language services, including written translations and in-person or telephonic interpretation, to any person requiring assistance related to the work of the Landmarks Preservation Commission. Call 212-669-7817 or email access@lpc.nyc.gov.

Basic information regarding the agency and its processes: Most of the content on the LPC website can be translated into other languages by selecting Translate on the upper right corner of each page. Click on your language to select it. The text will automatically change to the selected language. *Please note that the Google Translate function is an automated computer translation and is only an approximation of the website’s original content. LPC does not guarantee the accuracy of the translations.

Public Hearings/Meetings: Any person requiring language assistance services in order to participate in the hearing or attend the meeting should contact LPC no later than five business days before the hearing or meeting so that staff can arrange for an interpreter to be present. The Commission relies on external services for its interpretation needs.

Language Access Complaints

If you feel that LPC has not provided you with adequate language services, you can submit a complaint to access@lpc.nyc.gov. You can also call 311 and say "language access" to register a complaint.

Your comments will help us achieve our goal of ensuring language access for all New Yorkers.