Applicable to Article XIV - Chapter 4 A “floating structure” is any vessel, barge or other water-supported structure, other than a floating dock accessory to a WD use, which is bounded by either open water, a dock or the lot lines of a zoning lot, and that is permanently moored or otherwise attached to a pier, wharf, dock, platform, bulkhead or flotation system for a period of more than 180 consecutive days. Support by means of a cradle or as a result of natural siltation shall not exempt a normally water-supported structure from this definition. Any water-supported structure, other than a navigational vessel, docked for not more than 180 consecutive days for a purpose other than navigation or accessory to a WD use, shall be deemed to be a "temporary floating structure." Such temporary floating structures shall only be permitted subject to the approval of the Commissioner of Buildings or Business Services, as applicable.
floating structure
floating structure is a defined term in the New York City Zoning Resolution glossary (§12-10). It is referenced in 8 ZR sections.
Quick Facts
- Definition source
- §12-10
- Sections using term
- 8
- Last amended
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What does “floating structure” mean?
Where is “floating structure” referenced?
8 sections reference this term. Showing first 8.
- §62-11 — Definitions
- §62-25 — Uses on Floating Structures
- §62-345 — Developments on floating structures
- §62-44 — Parking and Loading Requirements for Floating Structures
- §62-451 — Parking spaces on floating structures
- §62-55 — Requirements for Public Access on Floating Structures
- §62-61 — General Provisions Applying to Waterfront Public Access Areas
- §62-834 — Uses on floating structures
Frequently Asked
What does "floating structure" mean in NYC zoning?
"floating structure" is a term defined in §12-10 of the New York City Zoning Resolution glossary. Applicable to Article XIV - Chapter 4 A “floating structure” is any vessel, barge or other water-supported structure, other than a floating dock accessory to a WD use, which is bounded by either open water, a dock or the lot lines of a zoning lot, and that is permanently moored o
Where is "floating structure" used in the NYC Zoning Resolution?
The term "floating structure" is referenced in 8 sections of the NYC Zoning Resolution. Every section that uses this term must be read in light of the §12-10 definition.
Is "floating structure" an official NYC zoning term?
Yes. "floating structure" 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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