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What is NYC ZR § 32-202?

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This section outlines the size limitations for uses classified under Use Group X in various commercial districts. Establishments in C1 Districts with select overlays are limited to 3,000 square feet, while those without overlays or in C2 Districts are restricted to 5,000 square feet. C4 to C7 Districts allow up to 10,000 square feet on the ground floor. Applies to property owners in designated commercial districts.

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§ 32-202 Use Group X - uses subject to size limitations

ZR § 32-202

For uses denoted with a “S” in Section 32-201 (Use Group X – general use allowances), the specific size limitations shall be as follows:

All permitted uses in C1 Districts that are select commercial overlays shall not exceed 3,000 square feet of floor area per establishment.

All permitted uses in C1 Districts that are not select commercial overlays or C2 Districts shall not exceed 5,000 square feet of floor area per establishment.

All permitted uses in C4 through C7 Districts shall not exceed 10,000 square feet of floor area per establishment on the ground floor and without limitation on overall floor area above the ground floor.

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