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What is NYC ZR § 116-12?

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This section modifies the provisions regarding the location of floors occupied by commercial uses, specifically allowing eating or drinking establishments listed under Use Group VI to be situated on a story above dwelling units. Applies to building owners operating commercial establishments in residential buildings.

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§ 116-12 Location of Uses

ZR § 116-12

In addition, the provisions of paragraph (d) of Section 32-422 (Location of floors occupied by commercial uses) shall be modified such that eating or drinking establishments listed under Use Group VI shall be permitted on a story above dwelling units.

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