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What is NYC ZR § 16-23?

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This section outlines curb cut restrictions for accessory off-street parking facilities and public parking garages in Long Island City. Curb cuts are prohibited within 50 feet of intersections unless certified by the Commissioner of Buildings. It applies to building owners with parking facilities in the specified areas.

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§ 16-23 Curb Cut Restrictions

ZR § 16-23

In the Long Island City area, for accessory off-street parking facilities and public parking garages, curb cuts accessing entrances and exits to such parking facilities shall not be permitted at the following locations:

(a)within 50 feet of the intersection of any two street lines, except where the Commissioner of Buildings certifies that such location is not hazardous to traffic safety, is not likely to create traffic congestion and will not unduly inhibit surface traffic or pedestrian flow. The Commissioner of Buildings may refer such matter to the Department of Transportation, or its successor, for a report;

(b)for accessory off-street parking facilities, on 21st Street, 44th Drive, Jackson Avenue, Queens Boulevard, Queens Plaza (North, South and East), Skillman Avenue or Thomson Avenue, except by authorization of the City Planning Commission, pursuant to Section 16-344;

(c)for public parking garages, on 21st Street, 44th Drive, Jackson Avenue, Queens Boulevard, Queens Plaza (North, South and East) or Vernon Boulevard, except by authorization, pursuant to Section 16-344.

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