Applicable to Article VIII - Chapter 1 A line drawn parallel to a street line and halfway between the street line and the setback line. (See illustration of Setback Line and Half-Setback Line)
Half-setback line
Half-setback line 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 “Half-setback line” mean?
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What does "Half-setback line" mean in NYC zoning?
"Half-setback line" is a term defined in §12-10 of the New York City Zoning Resolution glossary. Applicable to Article VIII - Chapter 1 A line drawn parallel to a street line and halfway between the street line and the setback line. (See illustration of Setback Line and Half-Setback Line)
Where is "Half-setback line" used in the NYC Zoning Resolution?
The term "Half-setback line" 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 "Half-setback line" an official NYC zoning term?
Yes. "Half-setback line" 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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