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What is NYC ZR § 101-223?

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This section outlines the regulations for tower structures in specified districts, allowing for height exceptions beyond the maximum base heights established in Section 101-222. In C6-1 Districts, a maximum height of 495 feet is enforced. Applies to building owners in designated zoning districts seeking to construct towers.

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§ 101-223 Tower regulations

ZR § 101-223

C5-4 C6-1 C6-4 C6-6 C6-9 C6-12

In the districts indicated, except C6-1A Districts, above the maximum base heights specified pursuant to Section 101-222 (Standard height and setback regulations), tower provided in accordance with the provisions of Section 23-435 (Tower regulations) shall be permitted as an alternative to the maximum building heights specified in Section 101-222. For buildings or other structures utilizing such provisions, no height limit shall apply, except that, in C6-1 Districts, the maximum height shall be 495 feet.

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