What is the maximum building height for R1-1 zoning?

The maximum building height for R1-1 zoning is 35 ft.

Are there additional rules for R1-1 zoning?

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How do I find out if my property is zoned R1-1?

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 R1-1?

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.

R1-1

Residential R1-1

New York City zoning district · 1,622 parcels

R1-1 is defined as a Residential R1-1 in New York City. The maximum building height is 35 feet. There are 1,622 parcels classified under this district. R1-1 is a very low-density residential zoning district in New York City permitting detached single-family housing. Buildings in R1-1 districts have a suburban estate character with a general height limit of 35 feet (2 stories). The -1 variant indicates a specific density option within the R1 group.

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Development standards

R1-1 regulates building height, lot size, setbacks, and lot coverage across 1,622 parcels in New York City.

Max Height

35ft

Floor area ratio

Use typeParameterValueConditions

residentialmax_base_height_ft35qualifying_residential_sites

residentialmax_building_height_ft35qualifying_residential_sites

residentialmax_far0.75standard zoning lots

residentialmax_far1.00qualifying residential sites

residentialmin_lot_area_sqft7125single_or_two_family_detached_or_zero_lot_line

residentialmin_lot_width_ft75single_or_two_family_detached_or_zero_lot_line

Recent cases involving R1-1· 10

2018-178-A

Proposed construction of a new two-story detached home not fronting on a mapped street contrary to General City Law §36. R1-1, NA-1 zoning district.

GrantedSep 13, 2021

2016-2-A

Appeal seeking determination that the Department of Buildings improperly denied an application for a permit for construction of cabana based on erroneous determination that the cabana should be consid

WithdrawnMay 22, 2018

186-15-A