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What is NYC ZR § 36-661?

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This section outlines the minimum dimensional requirements for accessory off-street loading berths in various zoning districts. The regulations specify length, width, and vertical clearance based on different loading requirement categories. Applies to building owners responsible for providing compliant loading berths.

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§ 36-661 Size of required berths

ZR § 36-661

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In all districts, as indicated, all required accessory off- street loading berths, open or enclosed, shall conform to the regulations on minimum dimensions set forth in the following table. The dimensions of off-street berths shall not include driveways or entrances to or exits from such off-street berths. Loading requirement categories (LRC) shall be as set forth in Section 36-62 (Required Accessory Off-street Loading Berths).

MINIMUM DIMENSIONS FOR REQUIRED ACCESSORY OFF-STREET LOADING BERTHS (in feet)

Length

Width

Vertical Clearance

LRC-A

with less than 10,000 sq. ft. of floor area

37

12

14

with 10,000 sq. ft. or more of floor area

50

LRC-B

LRC-C

LRC-D

LRC-E

25

10

8

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