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What is NYC ZR § 131-15?

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This section allows the City Planning Commission to authorize Use Group A, B, or C establishments in buildings with a ground floor depth of less than 50 feet along specified streets, provided that their design and operation create effective amusement, entertainment, or retail spaces. Applies to property owners in designated Special Districts.

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§ 131-15 Authorization for Use Modifications

ZR § 131-15

Along streets specified on Map 2 (Mandatory Ground Floor Use Requirements) in the Appendix to this Chapter, other than Riegelmann Boardwalk, the City Planning Commission may authorize establishments containing Use Group A, B or C uses within buildings with a ground floor depth of less than 50 feet upon a finding that the design and operation of such establishments result in an effective and compelling amusement, entertainment or retail space that furthers the goals of the Special District.

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