Applicable to Article VI - Chapter 6 FROM 66-11: For the purposes of this Chapter, a “clear path” shall refer to an unobstructed area between the street line and street wall that: (a) directly abuts an adjoining public sidewalk; and (b) extends along the street line for a distance equal to the width of an existing or planned access point to a mass transit station facing such transit-adjacent site, plus, in the aggregate, a maximum of 30 feet from the outermost extents of such width. All clear paths shall be accessible to the public at all times.
ZR GLOSSARY
clear path
§12-10 Definitions
clear path
clear path is a defined term in the New York City Zoning Resolution glossary (§12-10). It is referenced in 3 ZR sections. Last amended October 7, 2021.
Quick Facts
- Definition source
- §12-10
- Sections using term
- 3
- Last amended
- October 7, 2021
What does “clear path” mean?
Where is “clear path” referenced?
3 sections reference this term. Showing first 3.
Frequently Asked
What does "clear path" mean in NYC zoning?
"clear path" is a term defined in §12-10 of the New York City Zoning Resolution glossary. Applicable to Article VI - Chapter 6 FROM 66-11: For the purposes of this Chapter, a “clear path” shall refer to an unobstructed area between the street line and street wall that: (a) directly abuts an adjoining public sidewalk; and (b) extends along the street line for a distanc
Where is "clear path" used in the NYC Zoning Resolution?
The term "clear path" is referenced in 3 sections of the NYC Zoning Resolution. Every section that uses this term must be read in light of the §12-10 definition.
Is "clear path" an official NYC zoning term?
Yes. "clear path" is an officially-defined term in §12-10 of the NYC Zoning Resolution maintained by the NYC Department of City Planning. The authoritative source is zr.planning.nyc.gov.
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