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What is NYC ZR § 131-31?

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This section establishes specific floor area ratios for the Coney East Subdistrict, detailing exceptions for certain parcels. It specifies that no rear yards are required in this subdistrict. Applies to property developers and owners within the Coney East Subdistrict.

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§ 131-31 Coney East Subdistrict

ZR § 131-31

(a)Except on Parcel 3, as shown on Map 3 (Coney East Subdistrict Floor Area Ratios) in the Appendix to this Chapter, the maximum floor area ratio of the underlying C7 District shall not apply. In lieu thereof, the maximum floor area ratio is specified for each block, or portion thereof, as shown on Map 3. On Parcel 2, as shown on Map 3, the maximum floor area ratio for a public parking garage shall be 4.0.On Parcel 3, the maximum floor area ratio of the underlying C7 District shall apply. Furthermore, floor area attributable to Parcel 3 shall be used exclusively within Parcel 3.

(b)In the Coney East Subdistrict, no rear yards shall be required.

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