What is the maximum building height for C4-4 zoning?

The maximum building height for C4-4 zoning is 85 ft.

Are there additional rules for C4-4 zoning?

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How do I find out if my property is zoned C4-4?

Check your property's zoning classification on the city's GIS map or look up your parcel on MuniMind's property pages. You can also contact the local planning department.

Can I request a zoning change from C4-4?

Zoning changes require a formal application to the planning commission. The process typically involves a public hearing, staff review, and council approval. Consult the local planning department for specific requirements.

C4-4 — Commercial C4-4 | New York City Zoning

C4-4

Commercial C4-4

New York City · 936 parcels

C4-4 is defined as a Commercial C4-4 in New York City. The maximum building height is 85 feet. There are 936 parcels classified under this district. C4-4 is a general commercial zoning district in New York City with a commercial FAR of 3.4. General commercial districts found in regional shopping centers and major commercial corridors. Permit a broad range of retail, office, and entertainment uses. Residential development follows the rules of the R7-2 district (residential FAR 3.44).

WHAT ARE C4-4'S DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS?

C4-4 regulates building height, lot size, setbacks, and lot coverage to maintain neighborhood character across 936 parcels in New York City.

Max Height

85ft

WHAT IS THE FLOOR AREA RATIO FOR C4-4?

Use TypeParameterValueConditions

allsky_exposure_planeheight 60ft on narrow street (3.7:1 V:H), 60ft on wide street (7.6:1 V:H), with 15ft front open area on narrow / 10ft on widealternate_front_setback

commercialmax_far3.40standard

community_facilitymax_far6.50standard

residentialmax_far3.44standard

residentialmax_far5.01qualifying_affordable

residentialmax_far4.00wide_street

residentialmax_far5.01wide_street_qualifying_affordable

residentialresidential_equivalentR7-2standard

WHAT RECENT DEVELOPMENT CASES INVOLVE C4-4?

326-09-BZIII

Amendment previously approved special permit (§73-66) permitting the development of four mixed use buildings (Flushing Commons), which expires on July 27th 2014. C4-4 zoning district.

Granted

Sep 29, 2025

2021-87-BZ

Special Permit (§73-66) to permit the construction of a new building in excess of the height limits established under ZR §61-20. C4-3 zoning district.

Bronx Opera House

Extension of Term of a previously granted special permit (§73-36) for the continued operation of a physical culture establishment (Planet Fitness) which expires on June 14, 2021; Amendment to hours of

Dismissed

Jul 15, 2022

55-11-BZII

Extension of Term of a previously approved Special Permit (§73-36) which allowed the operation of a physical culture establishment (Planet Fitness) which expires on August 16, 2021; Amendment to refle

Dismissed

Jul 15, 2022

85-10-BZII

Extension of Term of a previously approved Special Permit (§73-36) which permitted the operation of a physical cultural establishment (Planet Fitness) on the first and second floors of a two-story com

Granted

Jan 28, 2021

222-90-BZII

Extension of Term of a previously approved Special Permit (§73-36) which permitted the operation of a Physical Culture Establishment (24 Hour Fitness) which expired on August 13, 2016: Amendment to pe

Granted

Jun 11, 2019

174-13-BZ

Special Permit (§73-36) the reestablishment of an expired physical culture establishment, contrary to Section 32-31 zoning resolution.

Withdrawn

Jan 9, 2018

2017-1-BZ

Special Permit (§73-36) to operate a physical culture establishment (Blink) within an existing building. C4-4 zoning district.

Granted

Jul 25, 2017

33-15-BZ

Special Permit (§73-36) to permit the operation of a physical culture establishment (Blink Fitness) within a new commercial building. C8-2 (OP) zoning district.

Granted

Oct 16, 2015

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS ABOUT C4-4

WHERE IS C4-4 DEFINED IN THE CODE?

Section NYC Zoning Resolution

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Data sourced from public government records. Not legal advice.

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