General Definition An "initial setback distance" is a horizontal distance measured from a street line into a zoning lot for a depth as set forth in the district regulations.
ZR GLOSSARY
initial setback distance
§12-10 Definitions
initial setback distance
initial setback distance is a defined term in the New York City Zoning Resolution glossary (§12-10). It is referenced in 11 ZR sections. Last amended December 15, 1961.
Quick Facts
- Definition source
- §12-10
- Sections using term
- 11
- Last amended
- December 15, 1961
What does “initial setback distance” mean?
Where is “initial setback distance” referenced?
11 sections reference this term. Showing first 11.
- §116-623 — Height and setback regulations
- §144-232 — Barge Basin Subdistrict
- §23-411 — General permitted obstructions
- §23-736 — Special height and setback regulations for sky exposure plane buildings
- §24-522 — Front setbacks in districts where front yards are not required
- §33-43 — Maximum Height of Walls and Required Setbacks
- §33-431 — In C1 or C2 Districts with bulk governed by surrounding Residence District
- §35-814 — Special height and setback regulations
- §43-43 — Maximum Height of Front Wall and Required Front Setbacks
- §87-34 — Special Height and Setback Provision in the South Subdistrict
- §94-10 — SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS FOR BUILDING HEIGHT AND SETBACKS
Frequently Asked
What does "initial setback distance" mean in NYC zoning?
"initial setback distance" is a term defined in §12-10 of the New York City Zoning Resolution glossary. General Definition An "initial setback distance" is a horizontal distance measured from a street line into a zoning lot for a depth as set forth in the district regulations.
Where is "initial setback distance" used in the NYC Zoning Resolution?
The term "initial setback distance" is referenced in 11 sections of the NYC Zoning Resolution. Every section that uses this term must be read in light of the §12-10 definition.
Is "initial setback distance" an official NYC zoning term?
Yes. "initial setback distance" 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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