by Jorge Fontan | Last updated Dec 28, 2025 | Planning & Development, Zoning (NYC)
New York City has a complex regulatory framework for development approvals especially for rezonings. Rezonings involve two types of land-use actions: Zoning Map Amendments, which alter the actual zoning designation of a property, and Zoning Text Amendments, altering...
by Jorge Fontan | Last updated Jan 22, 2026 | Planning & Development, Zoning (NYC)
The New York City Zoning Resolution outlines specific restrictions on land use and building bulk (size and shape) across the city. Because these regulations are often complex and restrictive, there is a mechanism for property owners facing unique physical constraints...
by Jorge Fontan | Last updated Jan 17, 2026 | Planning & Development, Zoning (NYC)
New York City is divided into various zoning districts and sub-districts, each governed by specific land-use regulations. For example, C8 districts are highly restrictive commercial zones that strictly prohibit residential development In order to develop residential...
by Jorge Fontan | Dec 23, 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. R12 is one example of a residential zoning district in NYC. R12 is a high-density Residential Zoning District in New...
by Jorge Fontan | Dec 22, 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. R11 is one example of a residential zoning district in NYC. R11 is a high-density Residential Zoning District in New...
by Jorge Fontan | Dec 22, 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. R10A is one example of a residential zoning district in NYC. R10A is a high-density Residential Zoning District in New...