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What is NYC ZR § 42-133?

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This section outlines the provisions for uses permitted by special permit in Use Group III, specifically allowing schools in M1 Districts by the Board of Standards and Appeals and other uses by the City Planning Commission. Applies to property operators seeking special permits for specific uses in designated districts.

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§ 42-133 Use Group III – uses permitted by special permit

ZR § 42-133

For uses denoted with “○” in Section 42-131 (Use Group III – general use allowances), the following provisions shall apply:

Schools may be permitted in M1 Districts by special permit of the Board of Standards and Appeals, in accordance with Section 73-133 (Schools).

Uses listed in Use Group III(B), except for educational institutions, may be permitted in M1 Districts by special permit of the City Planning Commission, in accordance with Section 74-134 (Other community facility uses in M1 Districts).

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