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What is NYC ZR § 114-122?

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This section outlines the maximum building height and setback regulations specific to the Special Bay Ridge District. In C8-2 districts, the maximum height is set at 70 feet, with additional setback requirements for heights exceeding 60 feet. Applies to building owners in designated zoning districts.

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§ 114-122 Maximum building height and setback

ZR § 114-122

In the Special Bay Ridge District, the height and setback and maximum building height regulations of the underlying districts have been modified as follows:

In C8-2 Districts In C8-2 Districts, the maximum height of a building or other structure shall be 70 feet. Any portion of a building or other structure that exceeds a height of 60 feet shall be set back with a depth of at least 10 feet from a wide street line and at least 15 feet from a narrow street line.

For community facilities in Residence DistrictsIn R3A, R3X, R3-2, R4A, R4-1, R4B and R5B Districts, the maximum height of a community facility building shall not exceed 32 feet.

However, energy infrastructure equipment and accessory mechanical equipment shall be permitted obstructions above such height limits, subject to the provisions of Sections 24-51 or 33-42 (Permitted Obstructions), as applicable.

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