Applicable to Article VIII - Chapter 1 A plan drawing of the zoning lot at any given height above curb level selected to determine compliance with the provisions of Section 81-26 and showing, for that height, street lines, setback lines, #half-setback lines, Zone A (the free zone), Zone B and Zone C (encroachment zones#) and, where applicable, the ten-foot setback line. The encroachment grid serves as a device for measuring areas of encroachment beyond the free zone and areas of compensating recess within the free zone. (See illustration of Encroachment Grid) [ENCROACHMENT GRID image]
ZR GLOSSARY
encroachment grid
§12-10 Definitions
encroachment grid
encroachment grid is a defined term in the New York City Zoning Resolution glossary (§12-10). It is referenced in 2 ZR sections. Last amended February 2, 2011.
Quick Facts
- Definition source
- §12-10
- Sections using term
- 2
- Last amended
- February 2, 2011
What does “encroachment grid” mean?
Where is “encroachment grid” referenced?
2 sections reference this term. Showing first 2.
Frequently Asked
What does "encroachment grid" mean in NYC zoning?
"encroachment grid" is a term defined in §12-10 of the New York City Zoning Resolution glossary. Applicable to Article VIII - Chapter 1 A plan drawing of the zoning lot at any given height above curb level selected to determine compliance with the provisions of Section 81-26 and showing, for that height, street lines, setback lines, half-setback lines, Zone A (the free zone)
Where is "encroachment grid" used in the NYC Zoning Resolution?
The term "encroachment grid" is referenced in 2 sections of the NYC Zoning Resolution. Every section that uses this term must be read in light of the §12-10 definition.
Is "encroachment grid" an official NYC zoning term?
Yes. "encroachment grid" 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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