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What is NYC ZR § 33-43?

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This section establishes maximum height limits for walls and required setbacks in specified zoning districts. It outlines the conditions under which a building's front wall may exceed the designated height and the limitations imposed by the sky exposure plane. Applies to building owners in C1 through C8 districts.

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§ 33-43 Maximum Height of Walls and Required Setbacks

ZR § 33-43

C1 C2 C3 C4 C5 C6 C8

In the districts indicated, if the front wall or other portion of a building or other structure is located at the street line or within the initial setback distance set forth in this Section, the height of such front wall or other portion of a building or other structure shall not exceed the maximum height above curb level set forth in this Section. Above such specified maximum height and beyond the initial setback distance, the building or other structure shall not penetrate the sky exposure plane set forth in this Section. The regulations of this Section shall apply except as otherwise provided in Sections 33-42 (Permitted Obstructions), 33-44 (Alternate Front Setbacks), 33-45 (Tower Regulations), or 33-49 (Special Height Limitations), inclusive.

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