NYC Zoning Resolution

§ 42-533 — Exceptions for integrated developments divided by district boundaries

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What is NYC ZR § 42-533?

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This section outlines exceptions for the placement of primary business entrances, show windows, or signs within Manufacturing Districts when the zoning lot is divided by a boundary with a Residence District. The Commissioner of Buildings is responsible for these determinations. Applies to property owners with zoning lots affected by district boundaries.

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§ 42-533 Exceptions for integrated developments divided by district boundaries

ZR § 42-533

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In all districts, as indicated, primary business entrances, show windows or signs may be located on any frontage within a Manufacturing District, if the Commissioner of Buildings finds that the zoning lot on which the business entrance, show window or sign is to be located:

is divided by a boundary between the Manufacturing District and a Residence District; or

is presently in the same ownership as adjoining property located in a Residence District, and no building in the Residence District exists, or will in the future be erected, within a distance of 75 feet from the Manufacturing District, as evidenced by deed restrictions filed in an office of record binding the owner and his heirs and assigns.

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