R1
Residential District R1
New York City zoning district · 17,383 parcels
R1 is defined as a Residential District R1 in New York City. The maximum building height is 35 feet. There are 17,383 parcels classified under this district. R1 is a very low-density residential zoning district in New York City permitting detached single-family housing with a maximum FAR of 0.5. Buildings in R1 districts have a suburban estate character with a general height limit of 35 feet (2 stories).
Development standards
R1 regulates building height, lot size, setbacks, and lot coverage across 17,383 parcels in New York City.
Frequently asked questions
Code references
Section NYC Zoning Resolution
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