About Jorge Fontan
This post was written by Jorge Fontan AIA a Registered Architect and owner of New York City based architecture firm Vinculum Architecture. Jorge Fontan has earned 3 degrees in the study of architecture including two degrees from the City University of New York and a Masters Degree in Advanced Architectural Design from Columbia University. Jorge has a background in construction and has been practicing architecture for 20 years where he has designed renovations and new developments of various building types.
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by Jorge Fontan | Last updated Dec 21, 2025 | Planning & Development, Zoning (NYC)
New York City has many zoning districts and subdistricts, each with its own rules and regulations governing property development within the district. R8 is one example of a residential zoning district in NYC. R8 is a high-density Residential Zoning District in New...
by Jorge Fontan | Last updated Dec 17, 2025 | Commercial, Retail, Zoning (NYC)
In New York City, numerous neighborhoods lack adequate access to grocery stores and fresh, healthy food options; these areas are commonly known as food deserts. To encourage the establishment and development of supermarkets in these underserved communities, the city...
by Jorge Fontan | Last updated Dec 21, 2025 | Planning & Development, Zoning (NYC)
New York City has many zoning districts and subdistricts, each with its own rules and regulations governing property development within the district. R8A is one example of a residential zoning district in NYC. R8A is a high-density Residential Zoning District in New...
by Jorge Fontan | Last updated Dec 21, 2025 | Planning & Development, Zoning (NYC)
New York City has many zoning districts and subdistricts, each with its own rules and regulations governing property development within the district. R7D is one example of a residential zoning district in NYC. R7D is a medium-density Residential Zoning District in New...
by Jorge Fontan | Last updated Dec 10, 2025 | Landmark Historic Districts, Zoning (NYC)
All construction projects within a Historic District or involving a Landmark Building require review by the Landmarks Preservation Commission including New Buildings, Enlargements, and Alterations. When filing these application we must show documentation proving...