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What is NYC ZR § 86-21?

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This section establishes special floor area regulations for commercial uses in C4-5X Districts, allowing a maximum floor area ratio of 5.0, which deviates from the underlying floor area ratio. Applies to property operators within designated C4-5X Districts.

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§ 86-21 Special Floor Area Regulations in C4-5X Districts

ZR § 86-21

In C4-5X Districts within the Special District, the underlying floor area ratio for commercial uses shall not apply. In lieu thereof, the provisions of Section 33-122 (Commercial buildings in all other Commercial Districts) shall be modified to permit a maximum floor area ratio of 5.0.

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