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What is NYC ZR § 144-13?

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This section allows the City Planning Commission to authorize schools, colleges, or universities in M3-1 Districts, provided they are compatible with industrial operations and do not disrupt manufacturing uses. The Commission may impose conditions to mitigate adverse impacts. Applies to educational institutions seeking to operate in designated industrial areas.

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§ 144-13 Additional Uses in M3-1 Districts

ZR § 144-13

Within M3-1 Districts, the City Planning Commission may allow, by authorization, schools, colleges or universities, without sleeping accommodations, as listed in Use Group 3A, provided that the Commission finds that:

(a)such school, college or university has an academic program compatible with a tenant or industrial operation in the Special Brooklyn Navy Yard District; and

(b)the location of the school, college or university will not interfere with any manufacturing use or alter the essential industrial character of the Special Brooklyn Navy Yard District.

The Commission may impose appropriate conditions and safeguards to minimize adverse impacts effects on the character of the surrounding area.

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