City of New York gets after Homophobic Church for Landmark violations
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http://www.dnainfo.com/new-york/20150306/central-harlem/landmark-violations-could-force-atlah-worldwide-church-take-down-sign
Atlah Worldwide Church accussed of making alterations to historic district building without permission, including a sign used to post anti-gay messages. Protesters want the Landmarks Commission to force them to remove the sign. Protesters Want Landmarks Commission to Fine Church With Anti-Gay Signs View Full Caption
HARLEM — A city-issued violation could force the controversial Atlah Worldwide Church to take down its controversial sign — which often displays homophobic and racist messages — after multiple failed attempts by critics who tried to pressure the church to put a stop to what they called hate speech.
The church on 123rd Street and Lenox Avenue — which is a landmarked building — was hit with five violations Thursday for altering the structure without permits, according to the Landmarks Preservation Commission
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Atlah's owner must appear before the Environmental Control Board at 9:30 a.m. on May 4. If found guilty the judge can issue fines until the violation is corrected, Olivo said.
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The owner can try to get a permit to retroactively legalize the work that is in violation, she added.
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