Definition: yard, front (General Definition)
A "front yard" is a yard extending along the full length of a front lot line . In the case of a corner lot , any yard extending along the full length of a street line shall be considered a front yard .
ZR GLOSSARY
Definition: yard, front
§12-10 Definitions
Definition: yard, front
Definition: yard, front is a defined term in the New York City Zoning Resolution glossary (§12-10). It is referenced in 0 ZR sections. Last amended December 15, 1961.
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- Definition source
- §12-10
- Sections using term
- 0
- Last amended
- December 15, 1961
What does “Definition: yard, front” mean?
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What does "Definition: yard, front" mean in NYC zoning?
"Definition: yard, front" is a term defined in §12-10 of the New York City Zoning Resolution glossary. Definition: yard, front (General Definition) A "front yard" is a yard extending along the full length of a front lot line . In the case of a corner lot , any yard extending along the full length of a street line shall be considered a front yard .
Where is "Definition: yard, front" used in the NYC Zoning Resolution?
The term "Definition: yard, front" is referenced in 0 sections of the NYC Zoning Resolution. Every section that uses this term must be read in light of the §12-10 definition.
Is "Definition: yard, front" an official NYC zoning term?
Yes. "Definition: yard, front" is an officially-defined term in §12-10 of the NYC Zoning Resolution maintained by the NYC Department of City Planning. The authoritative source is zr.planning.nyc.gov.
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