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What is NYC ZR § 23-422?

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This section establishes height and setback regulations for buildings in specified residential districts, including R3-2, R4, R4B, R5, R5B, and R5D. The maximum building heights vary by district, ranging from 25 to 45 feet. Applies to building owners in designated residential zoning districts.

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§ 23-422 Basic flat-roof envelopes for certain districts

ZR § 23-422

R3-2 R4 R4B R5 R5B R5D

In the districts indicated, the height and setback regulations for buildings or other structures shall be set forth in this Section.

R3-2 R4

In the districts indicated, for residences not subject to the provisions of Section 23-421, the maximum building height shall be 35 feet.

R4B

In the district indicated, the maximum building height shall be 25 feet.

R5B

In the district indicated, the maximum building height shall be 35 feet.

R5

In the district indicated, except R5 Districts with a letter suffix, the maximum base height shall be 35 feet, and the maximum building height shall be 45 feet. At a height not higher than the maximum base height, a setback shall be provided in accordance with Section 23-423.

R5D

In the district indicated, the maximum building height shall be 45 feet.

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