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What is NYC ZR § 25-11?

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This section outlines the provisions for accessory off-street parking spaces in various zoning districts for residences, community facilities, and certain commercial uses. It specifies conditions under which these parking spaces may be provided, including restrictions on roof parking. Applies to property owners developing residential or commercial properties with accessory parking needs.

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§ 25-11 General Provisions

ZR § 25-11

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In all districts, as indicated, accessory off-street parking spaces may be provided for residences, for permitted community facility uses, for commercial uses permitted as accessory uses in large-scale residential developments, or for uses permitted by special permit, subject to the provisions set forth in the following Sections:

Section 25-12 (Maximum Size of Accessory Group Parking Facilities)

Section 25-15 (Maximum Spaces for Single-Family Detached Residences)

Section 25-16 (Maximum Spaces for Other Residences)

Section 25-18 (Maximum Spaces for Permitted Community Facility or Commercial Uses).

Such accessory off-street parking spaces may be open or enclosed. However, except as otherwise provided in Sections 73-47 (Roof Parking) or 74-531 (Additional parking spaces or roof parking for accessory group parking facilities), no spaces shall be located on any roof which is immediately above a story other than a basement.

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