NYC Zoning Resolution

§ 36-586 — Certification that no connection is required, relocation of previously certified connections and voluntary connections

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What is NYC ZR § 36-586?

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This section outlines the process for certifying that no cross access connection is required between parking lots due to specific conditions, the relocation of previously certified connections, and the certification of voluntary connections. The Department of Buildings is the enforcing agency. Applies to property owners managing parking lot connections.

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§ 36-586 Certification that no connection is required, relocation of previously certified connections and voluntary connections

ZR § 36-586

(a)Certification that no connection is required The Chairperson shall certify to the Department of Buildings that no cross access connection is required along a lot line, or other boundary between separate parking lots when located on the same zoning lot, due to the presence of the following conditions, and provided that no alternate location along such lot line or other boundary between properties exists:

(1)grade changes greater than 15 percent;

(2)existing buildings or other structures to remain that are located within 50 feet of the subject zoning lot or property; or

(3)wetlands or trees with a caliper of six inches or more.

(b)Relocation of previously certified connection The Chairperson may relocate a previously-certified cross access connection where such new location is acceptable to the owners of both properties and such connection complies with all requirements of this Section.

(c)Certification for voluntary connectionThe Chairperson may certify a non-required cross access connection provided such connection complies with all requirements of Section 36-58, inclusive.

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