Building Name
53 East 77th Street
Architect
Henry Rutgers Marshall and built in 1900-01, altered by Pleasants Pennington in 1926-27
Year(s) Built
1900-01
Project Information:
A modified neo-Spanish Renaissance style residence altered by Pleasants Pennington in 1926-27, from what was originally a Beaux Arts style residence designed by Henry Rutgers Marshall and built in 1900-01. Application is to amend Certificate of Appropriateness 25-04569 to modify previously approved changes to the front façade and install rooftop mechanical equipment.
CB8 Hearing: 11/18/25 (Approved)
LPC Hearing: 12/09/25 (Laid over)
LPC Meeting: 12/15/25 (Approved in part)
Other projects: September 16, 2024
FRIEND'S Testimony:
FRIENDS’ Preservation Committee supports the French doors on the second floor, as this level serves as a visual transition between the limestone base and the upper floors with double windows, making the proposed change from double windows to French doors appropriate. However, the Committee found the limestone base lacking visual interest without the window openings between the arched doorways, which are essential for creating movement and depth at that level. We also request clarification on the signage dimensions: while the drawing on page 6 specifies 6-inch lettering, the rendering on page 8 appears to show significantly taller letters.
LPC Meeting: December 16, 2025