M1-8A
M-A Manufacturing District M1-8A (12.0 FAR)
New York City zoning district
M1-8A is defined as a M-A Manufacturing District M1-8A (12.0 FAR) in New York City. Lot coverage is capped at 50%.
In plain English
For high-density light-industrial development — tall modern buildings for manufacturing, labs, or studios, up to 12 times the lot's area in floor space (FAR = floor-area ratio). Buildings can cover up to half the lot. The "A" adds contextual height and street-wall shaping. For developers and industrial business owners, not housing.
Development standards
M1-8A regulates building height, lot size, setbacks, and lot coverage in New York City.
Frequently asked questions
Code references
Section 43-132
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