R4A
Residential R4A
New York City zoning district · 25,850 parcels
R4A is defined as a Residential R4A in New York City. The maximum building height is 26 feet. There are 25,850 parcels classified under this district. R4A is a low-medium-density residential zoning district in New York City permitting one- and two-family housing with a maximum FAR of 0.9. Buildings in R4A districts have a semi-detached and small multifamily 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
R4A regulates building height, lot size, setbacks, and lot coverage across 25,850 parcels in New York City.
Frequently asked questions
Code references
Section NYC Zoning Resolution
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