R7-1
Residential R7-1
New York City zoning district · 13,940 parcels
R7-1 is defined as a Residential R7-1 in New York City. The maximum building height is 85 feet. There are 13,940 parcels classified under this district. R7-1 is a medium-high-density residential zoning district in New York City permitting multifamily housing with a maximum FAR of 3.44. Buildings in R7-1 districts have a mid-rise apartment character with a general height limit of 85 feet (8 stories). The -1 variant indicates a specific density option within the R7 group.
A denser mid-rise zone for developers. R7-1 allows multifamily apartment buildings up to 85 feet, about 8 stories. FAR (floor-area ratio, total floor space versus lot size) is 3.44, so you can fit a sizable apartment building on the lot. One of the most common R7 variants — widespread across mid-rise apartment neighborhoods.
Development standards
R7-1 regulates building height, lot size, setbacks, and lot coverage across 13,940 parcels in New York City.
Frequently asked questions
Code references
Section NYC Zoning Resolution
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