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What is NYC ZR § 73-69?

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This section allows the Board of Standards and Appeals to permit modifications to required rear yards for certain zoning lots existing on April 30, 2008. Modifications may be granted if compliance would create site planning constraints and if the reduction is the least necessary. Applies to property owners with irregularly shaped zoning lots.

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§ 73-69 Rear Yard Modifications

ZR § 73-69

The Board of Standards and Appeals may permit modifications to the rear yards required pursuant to Sections 23-344, 24-393, 33-303 or 43-313 (For zoning lots with multiple rear lot lines) for zoning lots existing on April 30, 2008, provided the following findings are made:

that due to the irregular shape of the zoning lot, compliance with the rear yard regulations would create site planning constraints and adversely affect the layout and development of the site; and

that the requested reduction in rear yard depth is the least amount necessary to grant relief.

The Board may prescribe appropriate conditions and safeguards to minimize adverse effects on the character of the surrounding area.

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