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What is NYC ZR § 35-32?

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This section establishes the maximum floor area ratio for mixed-use buildings on qualifying residential sites, differentiating between areas within and outside the Greater Transit Zone. It specifies a maximum of 2.50 for the Greater Transit Zone and outlines ratios applicable to other districts. Applies to building owners developing mixed-use properties.

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§ 35-32 Maximum Floor Area for Mixed Buildings on Qualifying Residential Sites

ZR § 35-32

On qualifying residential sites, subject to the individual maximum floor area ratios for commercial, community facility and residential uses, the maximum floor area ratio for a zoning lot with buildings containing residential and non-residential uses, shall be as set forth in this Section.

Within the Greater Transit Zone, the maximum floor area ratio shall be 2.50.

Outside the Greater Transit Zone, the maximum floor area ratio shall be as set forth for the applicable Residence District the Commercial District is mapped within, or the residential equivalent of such Commercial District.

MAXIMUM FLOOR AREA RATIO FOR MIXED BUILDINGS OUTSIDE THE GREATER TRANSIT ZONE

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