Applicable to Article VI - Chapter 2 A “waterfront public access area” is the portion of a zoning lot improved for public access. It may include any of the following: a shore public walkway, upland connection, #supplemental public access area or public access area on a pier or floating structure#.
ZR GLOSSARY
waterfront public access area
§12-10 Definitions
waterfront public access area
waterfront public access area is a defined term in the New York City Zoning Resolution glossary (§12-10). It is referenced in 50 ZR sections.
Quick Facts
- Definition source
- §12-10
- Sections using term
- 50
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What does “waterfront public access area” mean?
Where is “waterfront public access area” referenced?
50 sections reference this term. Showing first 50.
- §116-60 — SPECIAL REGULATIONS IN SUBAREA E
- §116-624 — Ground floor regulations
- §117-365 — Requirements for supplemental open spaces and amenities
- §117-366 — Special review provisions
- §125-46 — Newtown Creek Waterfront Access Plan
- §127-51 — Modified Applicability for Visual Corridors and Waterfront Public Access
- §127-533 — Phased development of waterfront public access areas
- §127-542 — Supplemental provisions
- §139-33 — Special Curb Cut Regulations
- §139-44 — Bridge Connection Requirements
- §139-45 — Waterfront Public Access Area Requirements
- §139-51 — Area-wide Modifications
- §139-543 — Special design standards for lighting
- §139-55 — Special Signage Regulations
- §142-04 — Definitions
- §142-61 — Lot area and waterfront public access area requirements
- §142-62 — Tip of Manhattan, Subdistrict B
- §62-29 — Special Use Regulations for Medium- and High-density Districts
- §62-332 — Rear yards and waterfront yards
- §62-34 — Height and Setback Regulations on Waterfront Blocks
- §62-52 — Applicability of Waterfront Public Access Area Requirements
- §62-54 — Requirements for Public Access on Piers
- §62-57 — Requirements for Supplemental Public Access Areas
- §62-58 — Requirements for Water-Dependent Uses and Other Developments
- §62-61 — General Provisions Applying to Waterfront Public Access Areas
- §62-611 — Permitted obstructions
- §62-62 — Design Requirements for Shore Public Walkways and Supplemental Public
- §62-64 — Design Requirements for Upland Connections
- §62-651 — Guardrails, gates and other protective barriers
- §62-652 — Seating
- §62-653 — Lighting
- §62-654 — Signage
- §62-655 — Planting and trees
- §62-656 — Paving
- §62-71 — Operational Requirements
- §62-72 — Performance and Maintenance Requirements
- §62-73 — Request to Transfer Title to Certain Waterfront Public Access Areas
- §62-74 — Requirements for Recordation
- §62-811 — Waterfront public access and visual corridors
- §62-812 — Zoning lot subdivision
- §62-813 — Docking facilities for ferries or water taxis in certain waterfront areas
- §62-822 — Modification of waterfront public access area and visual corridor
- §62-824 — Modifications to passenger queuing shelters for ferry or water taxi docking
- §62-825 — Modifications for wind energy systems
- §62-835 — Developments on piers or platforms
- §62-912 — Elements of a Waterfront Access Plan
- §64-11 — Definitions
- §87-212 — Special floor area requirement for certain commercial uses
- §87-73 — Special Vesting Provisions for the South Subdistrict
- §91-664 — Modification of hours of operation for waterfront public access areas
Frequently Asked
What does "waterfront public access area" mean in NYC zoning?
"waterfront public access area" is a term defined in §12-10 of the New York City Zoning Resolution glossary. Applicable to Article VI - Chapter 2 A “waterfront public access area” is the portion of a zoning lot improved for public access. It may include any of the following: a shore public walkway, upland connection, supplemental public access area or public access area on a pier or flo
Where is "waterfront public access area" used in the NYC Zoning Resolution?
The term "waterfront public access area" is referenced in 50 sections of the NYC Zoning Resolution. Every section that uses this term must be read in light of the §12-10 definition.
Is "waterfront public access area" an official NYC zoning term?
Yes. "waterfront public access area" 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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