R6D
Residential R6D
New York City zoning district · 168 parcels
R6D is defined as a Residential R6D in New York City. The maximum building height is 70 feet. There are 168 parcels classified under this district. R6D is a medium-density residential zoning district in New York City permitting multifamily housing with a maximum FAR of 2.5. Buildings in R6D districts have a apartment house character with a general height limit of 70 feet (6 stories). This contextual district permits higher density through the Mandatory Inclusionary Housing (MIH) program, requiring permanently affordable units in new developments.
For developers adding affordable housing. R6D allows multifamily apartment buildings up to 70 feet, about 6 stories, with a higher FAR of 2.5 (floor-area ratio, total floor space versus lot size). That extra density comes through Mandatory Inclusionary Housing, so new buildings must include permanently affordable apartments. Very uncommon zone, used to encourage affordable mid-rise construction.
Development standards
R6D regulates building height, lot size, setbacks, and lot coverage across 168 parcels in New York City.
Recent cases involving R6D· 6
ORGINALS OF JAMAICA DAY CARE CENTER
HRA
ORIGINALS OF JAMAICA DCC
ACS/CAS
JAMAICA DAY CARE CENTER
HRA
147-67 109TH AVE, A/K/A 108-44 SUTPHIN BLVD
DRP
107-20 GUY BREWER BOULEVARD
NYC-HPD
CPC P1985Q0686
DRP
Frequently asked questions
Code references
Section NYC Zoning Resolution
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