General Definition A “conversion” is a change of use between the following categories of uses: residential, community facility, commercial and manufacturing. Therefore, the change of use within one category is not a conversion. However, a conversion shall also include any alteration within the residential portion of an existing building that increases the number of rooming units in a building, or the number of dwelling units in a building. To "convert" is to create a conversion.
ZR GLOSSARY
conversion, or to convert
§12-10 Definitions
conversion, or to convert
conversion, or to convert is a defined term in the New York City Zoning Resolution glossary (§12-10). It is referenced in 0 ZR sections. Last amended February 2, 2011.
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- Definition source
- §12-10
- Sections using term
- 0
- Last amended
- February 2, 2011
What does “conversion, or to convert” mean?
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What does "conversion, or to convert" mean in NYC zoning?
"conversion, or to convert" is a term defined in §12-10 of the New York City Zoning Resolution glossary. General Definition A “conversion” is a change of use between the following categories of uses: residential, community facility, commercial and manufacturing. Therefore, the change of use within one category is not a conversion. However, a conversion shall also include any alterat
Where is "conversion, or to convert" used in the NYC Zoning Resolution?
The term "conversion, or to convert" is referenced in 0 sections of the NYC Zoning Resolution. Every section that uses this term must be read in light of the §12-10 definition.
Is "conversion, or to convert" an official NYC zoning term?
Yes. "conversion, or to convert" 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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