R9A
Residential R9A
New York City zoning district · 361 parcels
R9A is defined as a Residential R9A in New York City. The maximum building height is 112 feet. There are 361 parcels classified under this district. R9A is a high-density residential zoning district in New York City permitting multifamily tower housing with a maximum FAR of 7.52. Buildings in R9A districts have a tower-in-the-park or tower-on-base character with a general height limit of 150 feet (15 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
R9A regulates building height, lot size, setbacks, and lot coverage across 361 parcels in New York City.
Frequently asked questions
Code references
Section NYC Zoning Resolution
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