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What is NYC ZR § 128-55?

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This section prohibits curb cuts on streets designated on Map 2 unless a certification from the Chairperson of the City Planning Commission is obtained. The certification must confirm that the curb cut is necessary for access to parking or loading facilities and meets specific safety and design criteria. Applies to property owners seeking curb cuts on designated streets.

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§ 128-55 Curb Cuts on Commercial Streets

ZR § 128-55

No curb cuts shall be permitted on streets designated on Map 2 in the Appendix to this Chapter. However, if access to a required accessory parking facility or loading berth is not possible because of such restriction, a curb cut may be allowed if the Chairperson of the City Planning Commission certifies to the Commissioner of Buildings that such location is the only possible location for the facility or loading berth, is not hazardous to traffic safety, is at least 50 feet from the intersection of two street lines, and is constructed so as to have minimal effect on the streetscape.

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