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What is NYC ZR § 131-422?

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This section establishes height restrictions for buildings on the north side of Surf Avenue in the Coney East Subdistrict, limiting structures to 85 feet. It also regulates the placement of obstructions to maintain views from the elevated subway. Applies to property owners in the specified zoning district.

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§ 131-422 Coney East Subdistrict, north side of Surf Avenue

ZR § 131-422

Any building or other structure fronting upon the north side of Surf Avenue shall not exceed a height of 85 feet. Furthermore, in order to protect the view from the elevated subway to the Coney East Subdistrict, no portion of such building or other structure, including permitted obstructions or signs, shall be located between a height of five feet below the upper level of the elevated subway tracks and a level 25 feet above such level, except for a vertical circulation core, supporting structural elements and related appurtenances. In no event shall more than 30 percent of the Surf Avenue frontage of the zoning lot be obstructed with such elements.

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