R3A
Residential R3A
New York City zoning district · 54,534 parcels
R3A is defined as a Residential R3A in New York City. The maximum building height is 26 feet. There are 54,534 parcels classified under this district. R3A is a low-density residential zoning district in New York City permitting one- and two-family housing with a maximum FAR of 0.6. Buildings in R3A districts have a low-rise suburban character with a general height limit of 35 feet (2 stories). This is a contextual district with height limits and street wall requirements that ensure new buildings match the scale of the existing neighborhood.
Development standards
R3A regulates building height, lot size, setbacks, and lot coverage across 54,534 parcels in New York City.
Frequently asked questions
Code references
Section NYC Zoning Resolution
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