M3
Manufacturing District M3
New York City zoning district · 2,610 parcels
M3 is defined as a Manufacturing District M3 in New York City. The maximum building height is 60 feet. There are 2,610 parcels classified under this district. M3 is a heavy manufacturing zoning district in New York City. Heavy manufacturing districts for the most intensive industrial uses, including power plants, fuel storage, and heavy industrial processes. Virtually no performance standard restrictions. The least restrictive zoning in NYC.
For heavy-industry operators. NYC's least-restrictive zone: power plants, fuel storage, and the most intensive industrial processes are allowed, with virtually no limits on noise, vibration, or emissions (performance standards). Buildings cap at 60 feet. Definitely not for housing — these are the city's grittiest working lots. Widespread: about 2,610 parcels carry plain M3.
Development standards
M3 regulates building height, lot size, setbacks, and lot coverage across 2,610 parcels in New York City.
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Code references
Section NYC Zoning Resolution
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