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What is NYC ZR § 138-20?

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This section outlines special bulk regulations for the Special East Harlem Corridors District, modifying underlying bulk regulations. It references related sections on floor area, street wall location, and height and setback provisions applicable in various districts. Applies to building owners in the Special East Harlem Corridors District.

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§ 138-20 SPECIAL BULK REGULATIONS

ZR § 138-20

In the Special East Harlem Corridors District, the underlying bulk regulations shall apply except as modified by the provisions of this Section, inclusive.

In all districts, the floor area provisions of Section 138-21 (Floor Area Regulations), inclusive, and the street wall location provisions of Section 138-22 (Street Wall Regulations), shall apply. In Commercial Districts, the height and setback provisions of Section 138-23 (Height and Setback Regulations in Commercial Districts) shall apply. In M1 Districts paired with an R9 or R10 District, the height and setback provisions set forth in Section 138-24 (Height and Setback Regulations in M1 Districts Paired With an R9 or R10 District) shall apply.

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