Brooklyn since 2014All five boroughsSame-day response during business hours

What is NYC ZR § 32-311?

Quick Answer

This section mandates that along the Tier A street frontage of a ground floor level, at least 70 percent of the surface area of any blank walls must be treated with permitted signs, murals, artwork, or living plant material. Applies to building owners with ground floor blank walls in designated areas.

General informational summary. Not legal advice for your situation. Consult an attorney before acting on any specific matter.

Michael Nacmias - Founding PartnerMichael Sargo - Partner
From the team atNacmias Law Firm, PLLCBrooklyn-based attorneys representingproperty owners across all five boroughsMeet the team →

§ 32-311 Blank wall provisions

ZR § 32-311

Along the Tier A street frontage of a ground floor level, for any blank walls, at least 70 percent of the surface area of such blank wall shall be mitigated with wall treatment, in the form of permitted signs, subject to the provisions of Section 32-60, murals or other visual artwork, or living plant material. Any portion of a mural or other artwork that incorporates addresses, text or logos related to the building or tenants therein, shall be considered a sign.

Common Questions

Our team

Meet the people you will work with

Free case review

Have a matter that touches § 32-311?

Free 15-minute case review with the attorney handling your matter. Same-day response during business hours across all five boroughs — OATH hearings, Housing Court, and real estate closings.

Or email us

[email protected]

An attorney reads every message.

  • Same-day response

    During business hours

  • Direct attorney access

    Same lawyer from intake to close

  • Flat-fee pricing

    On most OATH and closing matters