Local Waterfront Revitalization

The LWRP is the State’s primary program for working in partnership with waterfront communities across New York State.

Local Waterfront Revitalization Program

Overview

The Local Waterfront Revitalization Program (LWRP) serves as the Office of Planning and Development’s primary program for working in partnership with waterfront communities across the State to address local and regional (coastal or inland) waterway issues, improve water quality and natural areas, guide development to areas with adequate infrastructure and services away from sensitive resources, promote public waterfront access, and provide for redevelopment of underutilized waterfronts.

How it Works

Plan

LWRPs begins with a planning process that centers on developing a vision for the future of the waterfront.

Execute

LWRPs are approved on three levels of government through local adoption; Secretary of State approval; and federal concurrence from NOAA’s Office of Coastal Management for coastal LWRPs.

Implement

Once an LWRP is approved and in place, municipalities are eligible for implementation funds through the Local Waterfront Revitalization Program to begin to implement identified and prioritized projects.

Develop a Revitalization Program

Developing a Revitalization Program

The LWRP plans for long term land and water uses for the local waterfront area.

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Local Waterfront Revitalization Planning Process

Plans & regulatory tools communities have adopted to implement state & local coastal policies.

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Local Waterfront Revitalization Execution Process

The approval of the LWRP is a three-tier process.

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Case Studies

Rochester: Reclaiming Underutilized Public Spaces

Rochester's begun to transform its entire waterfront from an underutilized space into a vibrant place for residents.

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Watkins Glen Local Waterfront Revitalization Program

Watkins Glen serves as a gateway to more than thirty Seneca Lake wineries and visitor-friendly farms.

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Village and Town of Clayton Local Waterfront Revitalization

DOS has engaged in a productive partnership with Clayton to revitalize their community and protect their resources.

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Planning for Resilience

Model Local Laws to Increase Resilience

A collection of model local laws developed to help local governments be more resilient to sea-level rise, storm surge, and flooding. Models may be adapted to meet the resilience needs of the community and be incorporated into the Local Waterfront Revitalization Program.

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Identifying and Reducing Risk to Natural and Built Resources

Climate change will have significant effects on the natural and built environment. Among the tools communities can use to mitigate those effects are adaptation planning, watershed planning, and Smart Growth.

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Resources

Coastal Atlas

Determine if a project is in a Coastal Area. Follow the link to the Coastal...

Coastal Waterbodies and Designated Inland Waterways

Check the list of Designated Inland Waterways.

Local Waterfront Revitalization Preparation Guidance

Find out the components of an LWRP and see examples.

Public Notices

Current requests for BOA conformance determinations posted for public comment.

Library

Studies, plans, reports, and guidance prepared by or for DOS OPD&CI.

Scenic Areas of Statewide Significance (SASS)

Learn how SAS designations protect scenic landscapes during review of projects...

Funding & Bid Opportunities

The purpose of this RFA is to fund qualified not-for-profit organizations to...

Significant Coastal Fish & Wildlife Habitats

Coastal areas designated as Significant Coastal Fish and Wildlife Habitats.

Video: Introduction to LWRP Programs

Introduction to Local Waterfront Revitalization Programs

All Local Waterfront Revitalization Programs

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