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What is NYC ZR § 37-31?

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This section outlines the applicability of ground floor level requirements for building frontages in specific areas, detailing exceptions for certain zoning lots and community facility buildings. The Department of Buildings enforces these provisions. Applies to building owners in designated commercial districts and community facilities.

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§ 37-31 Applicability

ZR § 37-31

The provisions of Section 37-30, inclusive, specify ground floor level requirements for building frontages in certain areas that are not otherwise governed by the provisions of Section 32-30 (STREETSCAPE REGULATIONS). Such provisions apply reference standards for certain streetscape elements that apply in conjunction with specific requirements in certain areas by underlying district regulations, special geographies, or in accordance with a Special Purpose District.

However, the ground floor depth requirements for certain uses and minimum transparency requirements of Sections 37-32 and 37-34, respectively, shall not apply to:

zoning lots in Commercial Districts with a lot width of less than 20 feet, as measured along the street line, provided such zoning lots existed on March 22, 2016, and on the date of application for a building permit; or

any community facility building used exclusively for either a school, or a house of worship, listed under Use Group III(B).

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