General Definition See yard, side
ZR GLOSSARY
side yard
§12-10 Definitions
side yard
side yard is a defined term in the New York City Zoning Resolution glossary (§12-10). It is referenced in 22 ZR sections.
Quick Facts
- Definition source
- §12-10
- Sections using term
- 22
- Last amended
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What does “side yard” mean?
Where is “side yard” referenced?
22 sections reference this term. Showing first 22.
- §107-462 — Side yards for permitted non-residential use
- §107-463 — Modifications of special yard regulations for certain zoning lots
- §23-30 — YARDS, COURTS AND OTHER OPEN AREA REGULATIONS
- §23-312 — Additional permitted obstructions generally permitted in all yards
- §23-332 — Basic side yard requirements in R1 through R5 Districts
- §23-333 — Modified side yard requirements for qualifying residential sites
- §23-334 — Modified side yard requirements for existing narrow zoning lots
- §23-341 — Permitted obstructions in required rear yards or rear yard equivalents
- §24-13 — Floor Area Bonus for Deep Front and Wide Side Yards
- §24-33 — Permitted Obstructions in Required Yards or Rear Yard Equivalents
- §24-35 — Minimum Required Side Yards
- §24-351 — Special provisions applying along district boundaries
- §24-551 — Required side setbacks for tall buildings in low bulk districts
- §25-633 — Curb cut restrictions for certain buildings in R1 through R5 Districts
- §34-232 — Modification of side yard requirements
- §35-52 — Modification of Side Yard Requirements
- §37-11 — Applicability of Article II, Chapter 6, to Lots with Private Roads
- §43-23 — Permitted Obstructions in Required Yards or Rear Yard Equivalents
- §62-331 — Front yards and side yards
- §64-312 — Permitted obstructions in required yards, courts, and open spaces for all
- §73-53 — Enlargements or Extensions of Certain Manufacturing or Related Uses
- §74-77 — Artists’ Centers
Frequently Asked
What does "side yard" mean in NYC zoning?
"side yard" is a term defined in §12-10 of the New York City Zoning Resolution glossary. General Definition See yard, side
Where is "side yard" used in the NYC Zoning Resolution?
The term "side yard" is referenced in 22 sections of the NYC Zoning Resolution. Every section that uses this term must be read in light of the §12-10 definition.
Is "side yard" an official NYC zoning term?
Yes. "side yard" 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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