NYC Zoning Resolution

§ 32-166 — Use Group VI – additional provisions for parking requirement category

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What is NYC ZR § 32-166?

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This section outlines additional parking requirement provisions for specific uses within Use Group VI. It classifies grocery and convenience retailers based on their floor area and distinguishes between different types of eating or drinking establishments based on capacity and entertainment offerings. Applies to property operators managing relevant commercial establishments.

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§ 32-166 Use Group VI – additional provisions for parking requirement category

ZR § 32-166

For permitted uses denoted with “*” for parking requirement category (PRC) in Section 32-161 (Use Group VI – general use allowances), the following provisions shall apply:

Grocery and convenience retailers or specialty food retailers with 2,500 square feet or more of floor area per establishment shall be classified as PRC A1. Such retailers with less than 2,500 square feet of floor area shall be classified as PRC A2.

Eating or drinking establishments, where such establishment provides entertainment with a cover charge or specified showtime, or includes a dance floor, and has a capacity of more than 200 persons, shall be classified as PRC B1. All other eating or drinking establishments shall be classified as PRC A2.

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