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What is NYC ZR § 33-457?

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This section outlines the requirements for tower setbacks on narrow blocks where a zoning lot is bounded by at least three street lines. It specifies the minimum distances a tower must be set back from opposite street lines based on the width of the street. Applies to property developers and building owners in specified zoning districts.

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§ 33-457 Tower setbacks on narrow blocks

ZR § 33-457

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In the districts indicated, if a zoning lot is bounded by at least three street lines, and any two of the street lines are opposite to each other and parallel or within 45 degrees of being parallel to each other, and their average distance apart is 150 feet or less, the minimum distance a tower is required to be set back from such opposite street lines under the provisions of Section 33-455 (Alternate regulations for towers on lots bounded by two or more streets) or Section 33-456 (Alternate setback regulations on lots bounded by two or more streets), is reduced in accordance with the following table:

TOWER SETBACKS ON NARROW BLOCKS

Reduction of Required Tower Setback

Minimum Setback for Tower Built under Provisions of this Section

On narrow street

30 percent or 10 feet, whichever is less

15 feet

On wide street

40 percent or 10 feet, whichever is less

10 feet

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