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What is NYC ZR § 32-121?

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This section outlines the classifications and allowances for Use Group II, specifically detailing residential uses permitted in various Commercial Districts. The statute includes a table that specifies which residential uses are allowed, permitted with limitations, or require special permits. Applies to property owners and developers in designated commercial areas.

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§ 32-121 Use Group II – general use allowances

ZR § 32-121

The following table includes uses classified as Use Group II and sets forth their allowances by Commercial District. Notations found in the table are further described in Section 32-10 (USE ALLOWANCES).

USE GROUP II – RESIDENTIAL USES

● = Permitted ♦ = Permitted with limitations ○ = Special permit required – = Not permitted S = Size restriction P = Additional conditions U = Open use allowances

Uses

C1

C2

C3

C4

C5

C6

C7

C8

Residential Uses

Single-family residence

Detached

●P

Other types

Two-family residence

All other types of residences, including apartment hotels and affordable independent residences for seniors

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