NYC Zoning Resolution

§ 32-644 — Illuminated or flashing signs in C4, C5-4, C6 or C7 Districts

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What is NYC ZR § 32-644?

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This section outlines the regulations for illuminated or flashing signs in C4, C5-4, C6, and C7 zoning districts, specifying maximum surface areas based on street frontage. The statute establishes size limits for signs while prohibiting flashing signs in C6-1A Districts. Applies to property operators in designated commercial districts.

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§ 32-644 Illuminated or flashing signs in C4, C5-4, C6 or C7 Districts

ZR § 32-644

C4 C5-4 C6 C7

In the districts indicated, illuminated or flashing signs with total surface areas not exceeding those shown in the following table are permitted:

District

Maximum Surface Area (in square feet)

C4 C5-4

C6-1 C6-2 C6-3 C6-4

C6-6 C6-8 C6-9 C6-11 C6-12 C7

Five times the street frontage of the zoning lot (in feet), but in no event more than 500 square feet for interior or through lots or 500 square feet on each frontage for corner lots.

C6-5 C6-7

No restrictions as to size

However, in a C6-1A District, flashing signs are not permitted.

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