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What is NYC ZR § 52-43?

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This section permits the enlargement or extension of fire stations in all Residence Districts, except R1 and R2, under specific conditions. The enlargement must not exceed 25 percent of the existing floor area and must comply with district regulations. Applies to fire stations in designated residence districts.

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§ 52-43 Residence Districts Except R1 and R2 Districts

ZR § 52-43

In all Residence Districts, except R1 and R2 Districts, a fire station may be enlarged or extended, provided that:

(a)such enlarged or extended portion does not occupy more than 25 percent of the floor area or space which such non-conforming use occupied or utilized within the building or other structure at the time when it became non-conforming;

(b)such enlargement or extension shall not create a non-compliance or increase the degree of non-compliance; and

(c)such enlarged or extended portion conforms to the applicable district regulations on accessory off-street parking spaces as set forth in Section 52-41 (General Provisions).

Community facility bulk regulations as set forth in Article II, Chapter 4, shall apply to such enlarged or extended fire stations.

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