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What is NYC ZR § 37-745?

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This section mandates that all public plazas provide bicycle parking, with a minimum of two spaces for smaller plazas and four for those exceeding 10,000 square feet. Bike racks must be installed on the adjacent sidewalk per Department of Transportation standards, unless space limitations are identified. Applies to operators of public plazas.

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§ 37-745 Bicycle parking

ZR § 37-745

All public plazas shall provide parking for at least two bicycles. Public plazas greater than 10,000 square feet in size must provide parking for at least four bicycles. Bike racks must be provided on the sidewalk directly adjacent to the public plaza in accordance with Department of Transportation standards, unless the Department of Transportation has determined that the sidewalk area adjacent to the public plaza cannot accommodate the required bicycle parking.

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