General Definition A "through block arcade" is a continuous area within a building connecting one street with another street, publicly accessible open area or arcade adjacent to the street. This area may be enclosed in whole or in part and must have a minimum width of 20 feet and a minimum average height of 20 feet. Such a through block arcade shall, at either end, be at the same level as the street, publicly accessible open area or arcade that it adjoins.
ZR GLOSSARY
through block arcade
§12-10 Definitions
through block arcade
through block arcade is a defined term in the New York City Zoning Resolution glossary (§12-10). It is referenced in 7 ZR sections. Last amended October 17, 2007.
Quick Facts
- Definition source
- §12-10
- Sections using term
- 7
- Last amended
- October 17, 2007
What does “through block arcade” mean?
Where is “through block arcade” referenced?
7 sections reference this term. Showing first 7.
Frequently Asked
What does "through block arcade" mean in NYC zoning?
"through block arcade" is a term defined in §12-10 of the New York City Zoning Resolution glossary. General Definition A "through block arcade" is a continuous area within a building connecting one street with another street, publicly accessible open area or arcade adjacent to the street. This area may be enclosed in whole or in part and must have a minimum width of 20 feet and
Where is "through block arcade" used in the NYC Zoning Resolution?
The term "through block arcade" is referenced in 7 sections of the NYC Zoning Resolution. Every section that uses this term must be read in light of the §12-10 definition.
Is "through block arcade" an official NYC zoning term?
Yes. "through block arcade" 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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