Applicable to Article VI - Chapter 1 The "horizontal surface" is an imaginary horizontal plane, circular or elliptical in shape, which: (a) is located at a height of 150 feet above the established airport elevation for any major airport; and (b) is measured on a horizontal radius from the airport reference point (or points), and extends for a distance set forth in Section 61-41 (Airport Reference Point, Established Elevation and Specified Radii).
ZR GLOSSARY
horizontal surface
§12-10 Definitions
horizontal surface
horizontal surface is a defined term in the New York City Zoning Resolution glossary (§12-10). It is referenced in 4 ZR sections.
Quick Facts
- Definition source
- §12-10
- Sections using term
- 4
- Last amended
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What does “horizontal surface” mean?
Where is “horizontal surface” referenced?
4 sections reference this term. Showing first 4.
Frequently Asked
What does "horizontal surface" mean in NYC zoning?
"horizontal surface" is a term defined in §12-10 of the New York City Zoning Resolution glossary. Applicable to Article VI - Chapter 1 The "horizontal surface" is an imaginary horizontal plane, circular or elliptical in shape, which: (a) is located at a height of 150 feet above the established airport elevation for any major airport; and (b) is measured on a horizontal radius
Where is "horizontal surface" used in the NYC Zoning Resolution?
The term "horizontal surface" is referenced in 4 sections of the NYC Zoning Resolution. Every section that uses this term must be read in light of the §12-10 definition.
Is "horizontal surface" an official NYC zoning term?
Yes. "horizontal surface" 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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