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What is NYC ZR § 23-424?

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This section outlines the height and setback requirements for qualifying residential sites in specific zoning districts. It specifies maximum base heights and overall building heights for various residential districts. Applies to building owners and property operators in R1 through R5 districts managing residential developments.

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§ 23-424 Height and setback requirements for qualifying residential sites

ZR § 23-424

R1 R2 R3 R4 R5

In the districts indicated, for qualifying residential sites, the height and setback modifications set forth in this Section shall apply.

The maximum base height and maximum building height shall be as set forth in the following table. At a height not higher than the maximum base height, a setback shall be provided in accordance with Section 23-423.

MAXIMUM BASE HEIGHT AND MAXIMUM BUILDING HEIGHTS FOR QUALIFYING RESIDENTIAL SITES AND QUALIFYING SENIOR HOUSING

District

Maximum Base Height (in feet)

Maximum Height of Buildings or other Structures (in feet)

R1-1 R1-2 R1-2A R2 R2A R2X R3-1 R3-2 R3A R3X

35

R4 R4-1 R4A R4B

45

R5 R5A R5B R5D

55

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