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What is NYC ZR § 26-12?

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This section outlines the general purposes of Sections 26-13 through 26-15, emphasizing the importance of guiding arcade locations, enhancing visual continuity at street level, and improving the overall street environment. Applies to property developers and building owners involved in urban development projects.

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§ 26-12 General Purposes of Sections 26-13 through 26-15

ZR § 26-12

In harmony with the general purposes and intent of this Resolution and the general purposes of Section 26-11, the regulations of Sections 26-13 through 26-15, inclusive, are intended to:

(a)guide the location of arcades to assure horizontal continuity of developments with existing building arcades and to maintain visual continuity at street level;

(b)require transparency and/or articulation of front walls to improve the visual quality of the street; and

(c)improve the quality of the street environment.

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