R5
Residential R5
New York City zoning district · 89,995 parcels
R5 is defined as a Residential R5 in New York City. The maximum building height is 40 feet. There are 89,995 parcels classified under this district. R5 is a medium-low-density residential zoning district in New York City permitting multifamily and rowhouse housing with a maximum FAR of 1.25. Buildings in R5 districts have a rowhouse and small apartment character with a general height limit of 40 feet (3 stories).
Development standards
R5 regulates building height, lot size, setbacks, and lot coverage across 89,995 parcels in New York City.
Frequently asked questions
Code references
Section NYC Zoning Resolution
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