Preserve New York makes grants for:

• Historic structure reports: A historic structure report is a comprehensive building documentation study, usually undertaken at the beginning of a major restoration or rehabilitation project.
• Building condition reports: A condition report, like a historic structure report, is a comprehensive document that provides a thorough understanding of condition issues and how to address them.
• Cultural landscape reports: A cultural landscape report is a comprehensive landscape documentation study, usually undertaken at the beginning of a major restoration or rehabilitation project. 
• Cultural resource surveys: A cultural resource survey identifies, assesses, and recognizes historic buildings, structures, and areas. A survey is undertaken when creating historic districts or otherwise planning for the preservation and revitalization of a historic area.

The grant program is intended to support the direct consultant costs of carrying out the types of projects described above. These can include consultant fees and in-state travel, photography, report production costs, and other associated expenses.

In 2023, the Preservation League especially encourages projects that:

• Identify and preserve architecture and landscapes associated with underrepresented communities or that address issues of social justice, diversity, equity, and inclusion.
• Advance the preservation of neighborhoods and downtowns that qualify for the New York State Rehabilitation Tax Credit programs.
• Continue the use of historic buildings such as museums, opera houses, theaters, and libraries for cultural, interpretive, and artistic purposes.
• Respond to challenges created by climate change. 

• Others (see text field entitled "Additional Eligibility Criteria" for clarification)