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...
by Jorge Fontan | Last updated Dec 19, 2025 | Planning & Development, Zoning (NYC)
New York City property developments are governed by an extensive framework of zoning districts and subdistricts, each setting specific rules for property development. R6A is one example of a residential zoning district in NYC. R6A is a medium-density Residential...
by Jorge Fontan | Last updated Dec 19, 2025 | Planning & Development, Zoning (NYC)
In New York City property owners and developers seeking to use land in a manner inconsistent with existing zoning regulations must navigate two fundamentally different legal pathways for approval: a rezoning and a zoning variance. While both actions have the potential...
by Jorge Fontan | Last updated Dec 30, 2025 | Planning & Development, Zoning (NYC)
New York City’s zoning codes establish rules and restrictions for both the permissible use and physical bulk of buildings, dictated specifically to each zoning district. Use regulations determine appropriate activities for a structure, defining areas for...
by Jorge Fontan | Last updated Dec 7, 2025 | Planning & Development, Zoning (NYC)
The New York City Zoning Resolution comprehensively outlines specific restrictions on land use and building bulk (size and shape) across the five boroughs. Because these regulations are often complex and restrictive, the system provides a mechanism for property owners...