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What is NYC ZR § 84-144?

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This section outlines the permitted locations and maximum aggregate widths of curb cuts for zoning lots in New York City. Specific allowances are provided for certain zoning lots, varying from 20 to 50 feet based on location. Applies to building owners planning curb cuts for their properties.

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§ 84-144 Location of curb cuts

ZR § 84-144

Curb cuts are permitted only in the areas or locations indicated in Appendices 2.6 and 3.5. The aggregate width of all curb cuts provided for any zoning lot shall not exceed 20 feet, except that:

(a)for the zoning lot bounded to the north by a mapped public place, to the west by North Park, to the south by Chambers Street, and to the east by Marginal Street, the aggregate width of all curb cuts shall not exceed 40 feet;

(b)for the zoning lot bounded by Warren Street to the north, River Terrace to the west, North End Avenue to the east and Park Place West to the south, the aggregate width of all curb cuts shall not exceed 30 feet, comprised of two 15 foot curb cuts;

(c)for the zoning lot bounded by Murray Street to the north, River Terrace to the west, North End Avenue to the east and Vesey Place to the south, the aggregate width of all curb cuts shall not exceed 40 feet, including a 25 foot wide curb cut to the accessory off-street parking facility;

(d)for the zoning lot south of First Place and east of Battery Place, the aggregate width of all curb cuts shall not exceed 50 feet;

(e)for each zoning lot located on the east side of Battery Place:

(1)between First Place and Second Place, the aggregate width of all curb cuts shall not exceed 40 feet;

(2)between Second Place and Third Place, the aggregate width of all curb cuts shall not exceed 50 feet; and

(f)for the zoning lot south of First Place and west of Battery Place, the aggregate width of all curb cuts shall not exceed 24 feet.

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