Brooklyn since 2014All five boroughsSame-day response during business hours

What is NYC ZR § 15-11?

Quick Answer

This section permits the conversion of non-residential floor area to residences or community facilities with sleeping accommodations, even if the floor area exceeds maximum limits set by district regulations. It modifies density requirements and supersedes certain regulations concerning open space, yards, and distances between buildings. Applies to property owners involved in such conversions.

General informational summary. Not legal advice for your situation. Consult an attorney before acting on any specific matter.

Michael Nacmias - Founding PartnerMichael Sargo - Partner
From the team atNacmias Law Firm, PLLCBrooklyn-based attorneys representingproperty owners across all five boroughsMeet the team →

§ 15-11 Bulk Regulations

ZR § 15-11

The conversion of non-residential floor area to residences or community facilities with sleeping accommodations, including the conversion of floor area on a zoning lot that exceeds the maximum floor area permitted by the applicable district regulations, shall be permitted in accordance with the provisions of this Section.

For the conversion of non-residential floor area to residences or community facilities with sleeping accommodations, the applicable density requirements shall be modified in accordance with the provisions of Section 15-111 (Number of permitted dwelling units), and the regulations governing open space ratio, yards, the minimum distance between two or more buildings on a single zoning lot and the minimum distance between windows and walls or lot lines are hereby superseded and replaced by the requirements of Sections 15-112 (Light and air provisions) and 15-12 (Required Recreation Space).

Common Questions

Our team

Meet the people you will work with

Free case review

Have a matter that touches § 15-11?

Free 15-minute case review with the attorney handling your matter. Same-day response during business hours across all five boroughs — OATH hearings, Housing Court, and real estate closings.

Or email us

[email protected]

An attorney reads every message.

  • Same-day response

    During business hours

  • Direct attorney access

    Same lawyer from intake to close

  • Flat-fee pricing

    On most OATH and closing matters