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What is NYC ZR § 24-552?

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This section establishes required rear setbacks for tall buildings in specified districts, mandating that any portion of a building exceeding 125 feet in height must be set back at least 20 feet from the rear yard line. Applies to building owners in designated zoning districts.

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§ 24-552 Required rear setbacks for tall buildings

ZR § 24-552

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In the districts indicated without a letter suffix, no portion of a building more than 125 feet above yard level shall be nearer to a rear yard line than 20 feet. However, this provision shall not apply to any portion of a building that qualifies as a tower under the provisions of Section 24-54.

In the case of a through lot on which a rear yard equivalent is provided as set forth in paragraph (a) of Section 24-382, the requirements of this Section shall apply as if such rear yard equivalent were two adjoining rear yards. If a rear yard equivalent is provided as set forth in paragraphs (b) or (c) of Section 24-382, the requirements of this Section shall not apply.

REAR SETBACK FOR TALL BUILDINGS

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