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What is NYC ZR § 32-653?

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This section outlines the regulations for projecting signs in various districts, specifying that non-illuminated signs may be displayed on awnings or canopies within certain size limits. It also permits signage on marquees, with restrictions on projection height. Applies to building owners and operators displaying signs on their properties.

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§ 32-653 Additional regulations for projecting signs

ZR § 32-653

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In all districts, as indicated, permitted signs other than advertising signs may be displayed as follows:

Non-illuminated signs may be displayed on awnings or canopies permitted by the Administrative Code, with a surface area not exceeding 12 square feet and with the height of letters not exceeding 12 inches. Any commercial copy on such signs shall be limited to identification of the name or address of the building or an establishment contained therein.

Signs may be displayed on marquees permitted by the Administrative Code, provided that no such sign in a district other than a C6-5 or C6-7 District shall project more than 48 inches above nor more than 12 inches below such marquee.

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