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What is NYC ZR § 104-01?

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This section provides definitions specifically applicable to the chapter, including terms such as 'lower street wall', 'mandatory widened sidewalk', and 'upper street wall'. These definitions are essential for understanding the zoning regulations outlined in this chapter. Applies to property owners and developers involved in zoning matters.

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§ 104-01 Definitions

ZR § 104-01

Definitions specifically applicable to this Chapter are set forth in this Section. The definitions of other defined terms are set forth in Section 12-10 (DEFINITIONS).

Lower street wall

“Lower street wall” is that portion of the street wall of a building that extends from grade to the height set forth in Section 104-33, paragraph (a).

Mandatory widened sidewalk

A “mandatory widened sidewalk” is a paved area along the front lot line of a zoning lot at the same elevation as the adjoining sidewalk and directly accessible to the public at all times. Mandatory widened sidewalks are shown on Map 3 (Widened Sidewalk Lines) in Appendix A of this Chapter.

Mandatory widened sidewalk line

A “mandatory widened sidewalk line” is the line shown on Map 3 in Appendix A of this Chapter.

Upper street wall

“Upper street wall” is that portion of the street wall of a building that extends from the lower street wall to the maximum building height set forth for each Parcel in the Base Plane and Building Height Table in Appendix B of this Chapter, or the height of the building, whichever is less.

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