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What is NYC ZR § 62-632?

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This section outlines the design requirements for shore public walkways associated with floating structures, specifying minimum clear widths for circulation paths and seating provisions. It mandates screening for service areas to ensure unobstructed access. Applies to developers of floating structures seeking public access compliance.

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§ 62-632 Design requirements for public access on floating structures

ZR § 62-632

The design requirements of this Section shall apply to shore public walkways provided in conjunction with as-of-right development on floating structures, pursuant to Section 62-55.

(a)Circulation and accessA circulation path shall be provided with a minimum clear width of 10 feet. On shallow portions of zoning lots where the width of the shore public walkway may be reduced in accordance with Section 62-53, the minimum clear width of the path may be reduced to a minimum of six feet when the shore public walkway is less than 16 feet.

(b)SeatingAt least one linear foot of seating is required for every 100 square feet of public access area, subject to the provisions of paragraphs (a) through (d) of Section 62-652.

(c)ScreeningAny service areas, such as that used for equipment storage or similar purposes, shall be screened from the circulation path in accordance with the standards for screening in Section 62-655 (Planting and trees).

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