General Definition "Incidental alterations" are: (a) Changes or replacements in the non-structural parts of a building or other structure, without limitation to the following examples: (1) alteration of interior partitions to improve livability in a #non-conforming residential building, provided that no additional dwelling units# are created thereby; (2) a minor addition on the exterior of a residential building, such as an open porch; (3) alteration of interior non-load-bearing partitions in all other types of #buildings or other structures#; (4) replacement of, or minor changes in, the capacity of utility pipes, ducts or conduits; or (b) Changes or replacements in the structural parts of a building or other structure, limited to the following examples or others of similar character or extent: (1) making windows or doors in exterior walls; (2) replacement of building facades; (3) strengthening the load-bearing capacity, in not more than 10 percent of the total floor area, to permit the accommodation of a specialized unit of machinery or equipment. To "alter incidentally" is to make an incidental alteration.
alterations, incidental or to alter incidentally
alterations, incidental or to alter incidentally is a defined term in the New York City Zoning Resolution glossary (§12-10). It is referenced in 0 ZR sections. Last amended December 15, 1961.
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- Definition source
- §12-10
- Sections using term
- 0
- Last amended
- December 15, 1961
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What does "alterations, incidental or to alter incidentally" mean in NYC zoning?
"alterations, incidental or to alter incidentally" is a term defined in §12-10 of the New York City Zoning Resolution glossary. General Definition "Incidental alterations" are: (a) Changes or replacements in the non-structural parts of a building or other structure, without limitation to the following examples: (1) alteration of interior partitions to improve livability in a non-conforming residential bui
Where is "alterations, incidental or to alter incidentally" used in the NYC Zoning Resolution?
The term "alterations, incidental or to alter incidentally" is referenced in 0 sections of the NYC Zoning Resolution. Every section that uses this term must be read in light of the §12-10 definition.
Is "alterations, incidental or to alter incidentally" an official NYC zoning term?
Yes. "alterations, incidental or to alter incidentally" 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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