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What is NYC ZR § 74-946?

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This section outlines the findings required by the City Planning Commission to grant additional floor area and modifications related to bulk, open space, or parking regulations. The statute emphasizes the importance of beneficial urban design, traffic management, and maintaining neighborhood character. Applies to developers seeking to modify zoning regulations.

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§ 74-946 Findings

ZR § 74-946

In order to grant additional floor area and any modifications to bulk, publicly accessible open space or parking and loading regulations, the City Planning Commission shall find that:

(a)For all applications with a floor area increase, and for any applications with bulk modifications, such increase or modification:

(1)will promote a beneficial mix of required industrial and incentive uses;

(2)will result in superior site planning, harmonious urban design relationships and a safe and enjoyable streetscape;

(3)will result in a building that has a better design relationship with surrounding streets and adjacent open areas;

(4)will result in a development or enlargement that will not have an adverse effect on the surrounding neighborhood; and

(5)will, for yard or height and setback regulations, provide a better distribution of bulk on the zoning lot and will not unduly obstruct the access to light and air of surrounding streets and properties.

(b)Where modifications to publicly accessible open space requirements of paragraph (f) of Section 74-945 (Conditions) are proposed, such modifications will result in a publicly accessible open space of equivalent or greater value as a public amenity.

(c)Where modifications to parking or loading regulations are proposed:

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

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