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What is NYC ZR § 117-53?

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This section outlines the height and setback regulations for designated Residence and M1 Districts, specifying compliance with Sections 117-531 and 117-532. It notes that regulations do not apply to existing buildings unless their street walls are extended by more than 15 feet. Applies to property owners in designated zoning districts.

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§ 117-53 Height and Setback and Street Wall Location Regulations

ZR § 117-53

The height and setback regulations of the designated Residence and M1 Districts shall not apply, except for permitted obstructions pursuant to Sections 23-41 or 43-42, as applicable. In lieu thereof, all buildings or other structures shall comply with the regulations set forth in Sections 117-531 (Street wall location) and 117-532 (Setback regulations for buildings that exceed the maximum base height). Such regulations, however, shall not apply along the street frontage of that portion of a zoning lot occupied by existing buildings, unless the street walls of such existing buildings are vertically extended by more than 15 feet. The height of all buildings or other structures shall be measured from the base plane.

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