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What is NYC ZR § 109-525?

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This section mandates that the City Planning Commission deny special permit applications if the proposed development or enlargement conflicts with an approved public improvement project. This includes projects related to housing, highways, and public facilities. Applies to developers seeking special permits in New York City.

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§ 109-525 Relationship to public improvement projects

ZR § 109-525

In all cases, the City Planning Commission shall deny an application for a special permit whenever the development or enlargement will interfere with a public improvement project (including housing, highways, public buildings or facilities) which is approved by the Board of Estimate or City Planning Commission, or Site Selection Board, as determined from the calendar of each such agency issued prior to the date of the public hearing on the application for a special permit.

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