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What is NYC ZR § 11-43?

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This section outlines the process for renewing an authorization or special permit granted by the City Planning Commission. Renewals can occur without a public hearing for two additional three-year terms if the original conditions remain unchanged. The statute applies to property owners seeking to maintain their permits beyond the initial 10-year period.

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§ 11-43 Renewal of Authorization or Special Permit

ZR § 11-43

Any authorization or special permit granted by the City Planning Commission, except one granted with a 10 year lapse period, that would automatically lapse as set forth in Section 11-42 (Lapse of Authorization or Special Permit Granted by the City Planning Commission Pursuant to the 1961 Zoning Resolution) may be renewed without public hearing, for two additional three-year terms, provided that the Commission finds that the facts upon which the authorization or special permit was granted have not substantially changed. However, all special permits or authorizations granted by the Commission shall lapse after a total of 10 years from the date of their original granting if substantial construction has not taken place at such time. An application for a renewal of authorization or special permit shall be filed with the Commission before it lapses.

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