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What is NYC ZR § 32-43?

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This section outlines the regulations regarding the location of primary business entrances, show windows, and signs in various zoning districts. It specifies the definition of zoning lots and exceptions for certain types of entrances and windows. Applies to property owners and operators in designated zoning areas.

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§ 32-43 Limitations on Business Entrances, Show Windows or Signs

ZR § 32-43

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In all districts, as indicated, the location of primary business entrances, show windows or signs shall be subject to the provisions of this Section.

For the purposes of this Section, a lot of record or a group of contiguous lots of record held in single ownership or control at December 15, 1961, or any applicable amendment thereto shall be considered a single zoning lot, regardless of any subsequent subdivision.

For the purposes of this Section, a corner lot shall include the entire zoning lot notwithstanding the 100-foot limitation in the definition of corner lots in Section 12-10 (DEFINITIONS). All other zoning lots shall be considered zoning lots with single frontage.

The provisions of this Section shall not apply to:

vehicular entrances or exits for permitted drive-in uses or automotive service establishments or for permitted or required accessory off-street parking spaces or loading berths;

service entrances, or other entrances less than 3 feet, 6 inches in width;

windows other than show windows; or

ventilators, fire escapes or other appurtenances required by law.

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