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What is NYC ZR § 144-01?

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This section provides definitions specifically applicable to the chapter, modifying terms defined in Section 12-10. It clarifies the meanings of terms such as 'Barge Basin' and 'shoreline' for regulatory purposes. Applies to entities needing clarity on definitions within this chapter.

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§ 144-01 Definitions

ZR § 144-01

Definitions specifically applicable to this Chapter are set forth in this Section and may modify definitions set forth in Section 12-10 (DEFINITIONS). Where a term in italics is defined in both Section 12-10 and in this Chapter, the definitions in this Chapter shall govern. The terms pier, platform, and floating structure shall have the meaning set forth in Section 62-11 (Definitions).

Barge Basin

“Barge Basin” shall mean that inlet from the East River identified on Map 2 in the Appendix to this Chapter as the Barge Basin.

Shoreline

The definition of shoreline set forth in Section 12-10 is modified for the purposes of this Chapter to mean the shoreline on a survey available on the Department of City Planning website.

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