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What is NYC ZR § 32-62?

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This section outlines the regulations for permitted signs in various zoning districts, excluding advertising signs. It references additional sections that detail surface area, height, and special provisions for signs near parks and highways. Applies to building owners in districts C1 through C8.

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§ 32-62 Permitted Signs

ZR § 32-62

C1 C2 C3 C4 C5 C6 C7 C8

In all districts, as indicated, signs other than advertising signs are permitted subject to the provisions of the following Sections:

Section 32-64 (Surface Area and Illumination Provisions)

Section 32-65 (Permitted Projection or Height of Signs)

Section 32-66 (Additional Regulations for Signs Near Certain Parks and Designated Arterial Highways)

Section 32-67 (Special Provisions Applying along District Boundaries)

Section 32-68 (Permitted Signs on Residential or Mixed Buildings)

Section 32-69 (Additional Sign Regulations for Adult Establishments)

However, notwithstanding any provision of this Section, flags, banners or pennants other than those that are advertising signs, located on any zoning lot used primarily for community facility uses of a civic, philanthropic, educational or religious nature, are permitted in all districts, as indicated, without limitation.

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