NYC Zoning Resolution

§ 37-43 — Modification of Requirements for a Relocated or Renovated Subway Stair

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What is NYC ZR § 37-43?

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This section allows the Chairperson of the City Planning Commission to certify modifications to specific requirements regarding ground floor use and public accessibility standards for relocated subway stairs. The modifications apply when the relocated stair cannot be accommodated without altering these provisions. Applies to property operators involved in subway stair renovations.

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§ 37-43 Modification of Requirements for a Relocated or Renovated Subway Stair

ZR § 37-43

The Chairperson of the City Planning Commission may, by certification to the Commissioner of Buildings, allow modifications of the requirements of Sections 32-351 (Ground floor use in high-density areas) and 37-41 (Standards for Location, Design and Hours of Public Accessibility) or 37-70 (PUBLIC PLAZAS) if the relocated subway stair cannot be accommodated without modification to these provisions.

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