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What is NYC ZR § 32-115?

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This section outlines the conditions under which uses denoted with a special permit in Use Group I are allowed. Specifically, sand, gravel, or clay pits may be permitted in all Commercial Districts, subject to a special permit from the Board of Standards and Appeals. Applies to property operators seeking to establish specific uses in commercial zones.

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§ 32-115 Use Group I – uses permitted by special permit

ZR § 32-115

For uses denoted with “○” in Section 32-111 (Use Group I – general use allowances), the provisions of this Section shall apply. Sand, gravel or clay pits may only be permitted in all Commercial Districts, by special permit of the Board of Standards and Appeals, in accordance with Section 73-112 (Sand, gravel or clay pits).

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