NYC Zoning Resolution

§ 126-133 — Enclosure regulations in M2-1 Districts near Residence Districts

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What is NYC ZR § 126-133?

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This section establishes enclosure regulations for uses within 300 feet of a Residence District boundary in M2-1 Districts. All uses, except for material storage, must be within completely enclosed buildings, with exceptions for commercial uses that may have open store fronts. Applies to property operators in designated M2-1 Districts near residential areas.

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§ 126-133 Enclosure regulations in M2-1 Districts near Residence Districts

ZR § 126-133

Within 300 feet of a Residence District boundary, all uses, except storage of materials or products, shall be located within completely enclosed buildings. However, commercial uses may be located within buildings which are completely enclosed except for store fronts or store windows which may be opened to serve customers outside the building. Recreational uses permitted pursuant to Section 126-11 (Recreational Uses) shall be permitted as open or enclosed uses.

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