What is the maximum building height for C3A zoning?

The maximum building height for C3A zoning is 35 ft.

Are there additional rules for C3A zoning?

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How do I find out if my property is zoned C3A?

Check your property's zoning classification on the city's GIS map or look up your parcel on MuniMind's property pages. You can also contact the local planning department.

Can I request a zoning change from C3A?

Zoning changes require a formal application to the planning commission. The process typically involves a public hearing, staff review, and council approval. Consult the local planning department for specific requirements.

C3A

Commercial C3A

New York City zoning district · 919 parcels

C3A is defined as a Commercial C3A in New York City. The maximum building height is 35 feet. There are 919 parcels classified under this district. C3A is a waterfront recreation zoning district in New York City. Waterfront recreation districts for marinas, boat repair, and waterfront-dependent commercial uses. Low-intensity commercial zones along the city's waterfront. As a contextual district, it has height limits and street wall controls.

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Development standards

C3A regulates building height, lot size, setbacks, and lot coverage across 919 parcels in New York City.

Max Height

35ft

Recent cases involving C3A· 10

2025-45-A

Proposed redevelopment of a mixed-use building located partially within the bed of a mapped street contrary to General City Law §35. C3A Special South Richmond Purpose District.

GrantedJan 12, 2026

2023-43-A

Proposed development of a two-family dwelling on a lot that is located partially within the bed of a mapped but unbuilt portion of street contrary to General City Law §35. R5B zoning district

GrantedMay 6, 2025

2023-41-A

Proposed development of a two-family dwelling on a lot that is located partially within the bed of a mapped but unbuilt portion of street contrary to General City Law §35. R5B zoning district.

GrantedMay 6, 2025

2023-42-A

Proposed development of a two-family dwelling on a lot that is located partially within the bed of a mapped but unbuilt portion of street contrary to General City Law §35. R5B zoning district

GrantedMay 6, 2025

2023-44-A

Proposed development of a two-family dwelling on a lot that is located partially within the bed of a mapped but unbuilt portion of street contrary to General City Law §35. R5B zoning district

GrantedMay 6, 2025

26-94-BZVI

Extension of Term of a previously approved Special Permit (§73-243) which permitted the operation of an Eating and Drinking Establishment (UG 6) which expired on March 5, 2021; Waiver of the Board’s R

GrantedJul 10, 2023

2019-271-BZ

Special Permit (§73-30) to permit a non-accessory radio tower consisting of a cupola on the roof of the building. C3-A Special South Richmond district.

WithdrawnJun 14, 2021

2016-4296-A

Proposed enlargement of an existing one-family home which is within the unbuilt portion of the mapped street contrary to General City Law 35. C3A zoning district.

GrantedFeb 26, 2019

2016-4297-A

Proposed development of a two-family dwelling within an unbuilt portion of an mapped street contrary to General City Law 35. C3A zoning district.

GrantedFeb 26, 2019

2016-4298-A

Proposed development of a two-family dwelling within an unbuilt portion of an mapped street contrary to General City Law 35. C3A zoning district.

GrantedFeb 26, 2019

Frequently asked questions

Code references

Section NYC Zoning Resolution

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