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What is NYC ZR § 23-612?

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This section mandates the provision and maintenance of planting strips in specified residence districts for certain developments, enlargements, and conversions. It excludes single- or two-family residences from this requirement. Applies to developers and property owners involved in significant construction or conversion projects.

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§ 23-612 Planting strips in residence districts

ZR § 23-612

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In the districts indicated, the following shall provide and maintain a planting strip in accordance with Section 26-42:

developments, or enlargements that increase the floor area on a zoning lot by 20 percent or more. However, planting strips shall not be required for enlargements of single- or two-family residences;

conversions of 20 percent or more of the floor area of a building to a residential use; or

construction of a detached garage that is 400 square feet or greater.

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