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What is NYC ZR § 76-131?

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This section establishes the location of a boundary line that extends parallel to the short dimension of a block when no dimensions are provided. The statute specifies different distances from the nearest street based on the zoning district type. Applies to property owners in various commercial and residential districts.

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§ 76-131 Boundary line parallel to the short dimension of block

ZR § 76-131

In cases where a boundary line extends parallel to the short dimension of the block and no dimensions are shown, such boundary line shall be considered to be located:

(a)in the case of C1-1, C4-1, C4-2 or C4-4 Districts, 200 feet from the nearest street within the district;

(b)in the case of C1-2, C1-3, C2-1, C2-2, C2-3, C4-3 or C7 Districts, 150 feet from the nearest street within the district; and

(c)in the case of all other districts, 100 feet from the nearest street within the district.

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