Applicable to Article VI - Chapter 2 A “waterfront yard” is that portion of a waterfront zoning lot extending open and unobstructed from the lowest level to the sky along the entire length of the shoreline, stabilized natural shore, bulkhead or water edge of a platform, as applicable, for a depth or width as set forth in this Chapter.
ZR GLOSSARY
waterfront yard
§12-10 Definitions
waterfront yard
waterfront yard is a defined term in the New York City Zoning Resolution glossary (§12-10). It is referenced in 19 ZR sections.
Quick Facts
- Definition source
- §12-10
- Sections using term
- 19
- Last amended
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What does “waterfront yard” mean?
Where is “waterfront yard” referenced?
19 sections reference this term. Showing first 19.
- §116-622 — Required yards
- §117-33 — Special Yard Regulations
- §117-363 — Special public access and visual corridor provisions by parcel
- §127-22 — Special Yard Regulations
- §127-61 — Certification for Interim Grading Conditions
- §139-224 — Waterfront yards
- §139-235 — Special height and setback regulations in Subdistrict C
- §139-236 — Special height and setback regulations in Subdistrict D
- §139-53 — Special Visual Corridor Provisions
- §142-30 — SPECIAL YARD REGULATIONS
- §62-331 — Front yards and side yards
- §62-332 — Rear yards and waterfront yards
- §62-512 — Dimensions of visual corridors
- §62-53 — Requirements for Shore Public Walkways
- §62-61 — General Provisions Applying to Waterfront Public Access Areas
- §62-611 — Permitted obstructions
- §62-655 — Planting and trees
- §62-911 — Establishment of Waterfront Access Plans
- §62-912 — Elements of a Waterfront Access Plan
Frequently Asked
What does "waterfront yard" mean in NYC zoning?
"waterfront yard" is a term defined in §12-10 of the New York City Zoning Resolution glossary. Applicable to Article VI - Chapter 2 A “waterfront yard” is that portion of a waterfront zoning lot extending open and unobstructed from the lowest level to the sky along the entire length of the shoreline, stabilized natural shore, bulkhead or water edge of a platform, as applic
Where is "waterfront yard" used in the NYC Zoning Resolution?
The term "waterfront yard" is referenced in 19 sections of the NYC Zoning Resolution. Every section that uses this term must be read in light of the §12-10 definition.
Is "waterfront yard" an official NYC zoning term?
Yes. "waterfront 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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