Applicable to Article VI - Chapter 1 The "transitional surfaces" are imaginary inclined planes extending upward and outward from the side edges of all approach surfaces, and from lines parallel to, 500 feet from, and at the same level as the center line of each runway, which: (a) rise at a slope of one foot in height for every seven feet of horizontal distance measured in a vertical plane at right angles to the center line of the runway; and (b) extend to the point of intersection with the horizontal surface or the conical surface.
ZR GLOSSARY
transitional surfaces
§12-10 Definitions
transitional surfaces
transitional surfaces is a defined term in the New York City Zoning Resolution glossary (§12-10). It is referenced in 2 ZR sections.
Quick Facts
- Definition source
- §12-10
- Sections using term
- 2
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What does “transitional surfaces” mean?
Where is “transitional surfaces” referenced?
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Frequently Asked
What does "transitional surfaces" mean in NYC zoning?
"transitional surfaces" is a term defined in §12-10 of the New York City Zoning Resolution glossary. Applicable to Article VI - Chapter 1 The "transitional surfaces" are imaginary inclined planes extending upward and outward from the side edges of all approach surfaces, and from lines parallel to, 500 feet from, and at the same level as the center line of each runway, which: (a)
Where is "transitional surfaces" used in the NYC Zoning Resolution?
The term "transitional surfaces" is referenced in 2 sections of the NYC Zoning Resolution. Every section that uses this term must be read in light of the §12-10 definition.
Is "transitional surfaces" an official NYC zoning term?
Yes. "transitional surfaces" 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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