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What is NYC ZR § 63-31?

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This section outlines the requirements for issuing a certificate of occupancy for developments that include FRESH food store spaces. A temporary certificate of occupancy is required before a final certificate can be granted, ensuring compliance with submitted drawings. Applies to building owners developing or enlarging properties with designated FRESH food store areas.

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§ 63-31 Requirements for Certificate of Occupancy

ZR § 63-31

No certificate of occupancy shall be issued for any portion of the development or enlargement identified in the drawings submitted pursuant to paragraph (a)(2) of Section 63-30 until a temporary certificate of occupancy has been issued for the FRESH food store space. No final certificate of occupancy shall be issued for any such portion of the development or enlargement identified in such drawings until the FRESH food store space has been completed in accordance with the drawings submitted pursuant to paragraph (a)(1) of Section 63-30 and a final certificate of occupancy has been issued for the FRESH food store space. The declaration of restrictions, where required pursuant to paragraph (c) of Section 63-30, shall be noted on any temporary or final certificate of occupancy for the building.

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