Applicable to Article VI - Chapter 2 FROM 62-11: For the purposes of this Chapter, a “development” shall also include: (a) an enlargement; (b) any alteration that increases the height or coverage of an existing building or other structure; (c) an extension; or (d) a change of use from one Use Group to another, or from one use to another in the same Use Group, or from one use listed in Section 62-21 (Classification of Uses in the Waterfront Area) to another such use. However, a development shall not include incidental modifications to a zoning lot, including but not limited to, the addition of deployable flood control measures and any associated permanent fixtures, the addition of temporary structures such as trash receptacles, food carts or kiosks, and the incorporation of minor permanent structures such as light stanchions, bollards, fences, or structural landscaped berms and any associated flood gates. All such modifications shall remain subject to any associated permitted obstruction allowances, as applicable.
development, or to develop
development, or to develop 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.
Quick Facts
- Definition source
- §12-10
- Sections using term
- 0
- Last amended
- February 2, 2011
What does “development, or to develop” mean?
Frequently Asked
What does "development, or to develop" mean in NYC zoning?
"development, or to develop" is a term defined in §12-10 of the New York City Zoning Resolution glossary. Applicable to Article VI - Chapter 2 FROM 62-11: For the purposes of this Chapter, a “development” shall also include: (a) an enlargement; (b) any alteration that increases the height or coverage of an existing building or other structure; (c) an extension; or (d) a change of use
Where is "development, or to develop" used in the NYC Zoning Resolution?
The term "development, or to develop" 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 "development, or to develop" an official NYC zoning term?
Yes. "development, or to develop" 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.
Need help interpreting “development, or to develop”?
Ask MuniMind for plain-language explanations and case examples.