R7B Zoning Code - New York City
What is an R7B Zoning District?
In R7B districts, the mandatory Quality Housing regulations are similar to those of R6B districts but the higher floor area ratio and height limit generally produce six- to seven-story apartment buildings rather than the row houses typical of R6B districts.
The FAR is 3.0; the base height of a new building before setback must be between 40 and 60 feet before rising to a maximum building height of 75 feet. To maintain the traditional streetscape, curb cuts are prohibited on lots narrower than 40 feet, and the front wall of a new building, on any lot up to 50 feet wide, must be as deep as one adjacent front wall, but no deeper than the other. On lots 50 feet wide or more, the front wall must be no closer to the street line than the front wall of an adjacent building. Front walls need not be set back beyond 15 feet.
The area between the front wall and the street line must be landscaped. Parking is required for 50% of dwelling units and is waived if five or fewer spaces are required.
Properties located in an R7B Zoning District
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