Local Landmark Designation for Broadway Auditorium
Summary
A months-old push to landmark 756 Broadway failed in committee, which voted to recommend denial to the full Council.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 3
- Last 30 days
- 2
Rising — discussed at 3 meetings since Oct 1, 2026, up from 0 in the two months before.
Impact analysis
Property owners of designated landmarks may become eligible for specific historic preservation tax credits.
Property owners opposing the designation benefit; the building loses landmark protections.
Mentions & discussions (3)
LEGISLATION COMMITTEE - Nov 4, 2026
A months-old push to landmark 756 Broadway failed in committee, which voted to recommend denial to the full Council.
Preservation Board - Oct 15, 2026
The city is moving forward with considering local landmark status for the historic Broadway Auditorium.
Preservation Board - Oct 1, 2026
The Preservation Board advanced local landmark protections for two notable properties: the Nietzsche Building on Allen Street and Public School 51 on Hertel Avenue. These designations help preserve Buffalo's architectural heritage by subjecting exterior changes to board review.
Related development
Public School 51 Landmark Designation
Designation would protect the historic school building's character.
Nietzsche Building Landmark Designation
Advances local historic protection for the property, requiring board review for future exterior modifications.
Broadway Auditorium Landmark Designation
Initiates the formal protection process for a prominent historic building.
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