New York mayor pauses plan to loosen demolition rules for historic buildings

 Saratoga Springs Mayor John Safford has paused changes to historic building demolition rules following community backlash. Opposition arose during a public hearing where residents and preservationists expressed their concerns. The current demolition safeguards will remain while the city reviews its development regulations. Safford intends to revise other parts of the development rules despite the current pause. A City Council public hearing is scheduled, allowing further community input on proposed amendments. Saratoga Springs Mayor John Safford has paused changes to historic building demolition rules following community backlash. Opposition arose during a public hearing where residents and preservationists expressed their concerns. The current demolition safeguards will remain while the city reviews its development regulations. Safford intends to revise other parts of the development rules despite the current pause. A City Council public hearing is scheduled, allowing further community input on proposed amendments.