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What is NYC ZR § 145-211?

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This section establishes maximum floor area ratios for commercial and community facility uses in specified zoning districts. In C4-3 or C4-4 Districts, the maximum floor area ratio for commercial uses is set at 4.0, while in M1 Districts with an A suffix paired with an R7-3 District, it is 6.5 for community facilities. Applies to property developers and owners in designated zoning areas.

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§ 145-211 Basic floor area regulations

ZR § 145-211

Commercial floor area ratio In C4-3 or C4-4 Districts, the maximum floor area ratio for commercial uses shall be 4.0.

Community facility floor area ratio In M1 Districts with an A suffix paired with an R7-3 District, the maximum floor area ratio for community facility uses shall be 6.5.

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