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What is NYC ZR § 139-213?

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This section allows an increase of up to 20 percent in floor area ratios in Commercial Districts for transit improvements, as detailed in Section 139-46. The additional residential floor area is exempt from Mandatory Inclusionary Housing requirements. Applies to building owners in Commercial Districts seeking to enhance transit-related developments.

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§ 139-213 Special floor area provisions for transit improvements

ZR § 139-213

In Commercial Districts, the floor area ratios set forth in Section 139-211 (Basic floor area regulations) may be increased by up to 20 percent, pursuant to the provisions of Section 139-46 (Certification for Transit Improvements). Where the residential floor area ratio is increased, such additional floor area shall be exempt from the requirements of Section 27-131 (Mandatory Inclusionary Housing).

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