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What is NYC ZR § 41-11?

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This section outlines the characteristics and regulations of M1 Light Manufacturing Districts, which are intended for manufacturing uses that meet high performance standards. It specifies the types of residential uses permitted within these districts, aimed at protecting residential areas from industrial influences. Applies to property owners in designated M1 districts.

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§ 41-11 M1 Light Manufacturing Districts (High Performance)

ZR § 41-11

These districts are designed for a wide range of manufacturing and related uses which can conform to a high level of performance standards. Manufacturing establishments of this type, within completely enclosed buildings, provide a buffer between Residence (or Commercial) Districts and other industrial uses which involve more objectionable influences. New residences are excluded from these districts, except for:

(a)joint living-work quarters for artists in M1-5B Districts;

(b)dwelling units in M1-5M and M1-6M Districts;

(c)dwelling units in M1-1D, M1-2D, M1-3D, M1-4D and M1-5D Districts, where authorized by the City Planning Commission, both to protect residences from an undesirable environment and to ensure the reservation of adequate areas for industrial development; and

(d)dwelling units in M1-6D Districts.

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