What is the maximum building height for c5-1 zoning?

The maximum building height for c5-1 zoning is 210 ft.

Are there additional rules for c5-1 zoning?

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How do I find out if my property is zoned c5-1?

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 c5-1?

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.

C5-1

Commercial C5-1

New York City zoning district · 272 parcels

C5-1 is defined as a Commercial C5-1 in New York City. The maximum building height is 210 feet. There are 272 parcels classified under this district. C5-1 is a restricted central commercial zoning district in New York City with a commercial FAR of 4.0. Restricted central commercial districts in major business areas like Midtown Manhattan. High-density office and retail without manufacturing. No off-street parking required. Residential development follows the rules of the R10 district (residential FAR 10.0).

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Development standards

C5-1 regulates building height, lot size, setbacks, and lot coverage across 272 parcels in New York City.

Max Height

210ft

Recent cases involving C5-1· 10

LP-2685

(Former) Whitney Museum of American Art

DesignatedMay 20, 2025

2016-4468-BZII

Extension of Time to Complete Construction and Obtain a Certificate of Occupancy of a previously approved Variance (§72-21) to permit the conversion and horizontal enlargement of an existing six-story

GrantedNov 27, 2023

2018-153-A

Appeal of a Department of Buildings issuance of a Temporary Certificate of Occupancy.

DismissedFeb 14, 2022

2019-199-A

Appeal of a New York City Department of Buildings challenging the validity of a building permit dated July 1, 2019. C5-1 Special Madison Avenue Preservation District.

DismissedFeb 11, 2020

2019-10-BZ

Special Permit (§73-36) to permit the operation of a Physical Cultural Establishment (305 Fitness) to be located on the first floor of an existing commercial building contrary to ZR §32-10. C5-1/R10H

GrantedAug 13, 2019

2016-4468-BZ

Variance (§72-21) to permit the conversion and horizontal enlargement of an existing six-story mixed use building into a six-story commercial (UG 6) building contrary to ZR §33-122 (Maximum Permitted

GrantedAug 21, 2018

173-95-BZIII

Extension of Term of a previously granted Special Permit (§73-36) for the continued operation of Physical Culture Establishment (Equinox) which expired on August 15, 2015; Waiver of the Rules. C5-1/R8

GrantedFeb 13, 2018

206-03-BZII

Extension of Term of a Special Permit (§73-36) for the continued operation of a physical culture establishment (Exhale Spa) which expired on November 5, 2013. C5-1 (MP) zoning district.

GrantedJan 14, 2014

166-13-A

Appeal of NYC Department of Buildings’ determination that a public assembly permit is required, pursuant to Building Code Sections 28-117, 28-102,4,3 and C2-116.0. C5-1/R8B zoning districts.

WithdrawnAug 20, 2013

198-12-BZ

Variance (§72-21) to permit the conversion and enlargement of existing buildings to contain UG 6 retail and UG 2 residential uses, contrary to floor area, lot coverage (§23-145), rear yard (§23-47),

GrantedOct 23, 2012

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