Historic Preservation in Brookhaven, NY (2026)
1 verified historic preservation rules for Brookhaven, New York, sourced directly from the municipal code and official government pages.
Verified from official government sources
Historic-Cultural Monuments
Brookhaven designates historic landmarks and historic districts by Town Board vote after a public hearing, on the Commissioner's recommendation with input from the Historic District Advisory Committee. A district petition needs signatures from owners of at least 20% of the affected parcels or acreage; landmark designation requires 10 days' written notice to the owner before the hearing.
Brookhaven Historic Landmark Designation
Significant RestrictionsBrookhaven Code § 85-636
An historic landmark may be established by the Town Board after holding a duly advertised public hearing on the matter and after receiving a written recommendation or report by the Commissioner. Written notice of the public hearing must be given to the owner of said property as shown on the current Town of Brookhaven assessment roll not less than 10 days prior to the date of the public hearing.
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