"The city's Landmarks Preservation Commission has determined, for a second time in its history, that the eye-catching wood frame house at 158 South Oxford Street does not meet the criteria for landmark status due to what the commission says are extensive alterations."
"While the house still has some historic fabric, alterations mean its existing architecture doesn't meet landmark standards for individual designation."
"Developer Shimon Kleiman applied for a permit to demolish the three-story wood frame and in December he applied for a new-building permit for a five-story building with 17 apartments and 10 off-street parking spaces."
"The demolition permit hasn't been issued, but it has been approved, meaning the wrecking ball is likely not far off."
The Landmarks Preservation Commission has ruled that the house at 158 South Oxford Street does not qualify for landmark status because of significant alterations. A request for evaluation was submitted, but the commission found that while some historic elements remain, they do not meet the criteria for individual designation. Developer Shimon Kleiman has applied for permits to demolish the house and construct a new five-story building. Although the demolition permit is approved, it has not yet been issued, and the property has changed ownership to 158 NY LLC.
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