What is the maximum building height for C1 zoning?

The maximum building height for C1 zoning is 35 ft.

Are there additional rules for C1 zoning?

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How do I find out if my property is zoned C1?

Check your property's zoning classification on the city's GIS map or look up your parcel on Zonable's property pages. You can also contact the local planning department.

Can I request a zoning change from C1?

Zoning changes require a formal application to the planning commission. The process typically involves a public hearing, staff review, and council approval. Consult the local planning department for specific requirements.

C1

Commercial District C1

New York City zoning district · 2,467 parcels

C1 is defined as a Commercial District C1 in New York City. The maximum building height is 35 feet. There are 2,467 parcels classified under this district. C1 is a local retail zoning district in New York City. Local retail districts mapped within or adjacent to residential neighborhoods. Typically small-scale shops, services, and restaurants serving the surrounding community. Mapped as overlays on residential districts.

In plain English

For neighborhood shop and restaurant owners. C1 is a commercial overlay stamped onto residential blocks, letting the ground floor host small-scale local stores, services, and eateries that serve nearby residents. Think corner deli, dry cleaner, coffee shop. Buildings stay low, capped at 35 feet (about three stories), so the commercial use blends into the surrounding homes rather than towering over them.

Development standards

C1 regulates building height, lot size, setbacks, and lot coverage across 2,467 parcels in New York City.

Max Height

35ft

Floor area ratio

Use typeParameterValueConditions

allmax_height_ft50LH-1

allmax_height_ft60LH-1A

allmax_height_ft70LH-2

allmax_height_ft100LH-3

allmin_yard_rear_ft20standard

allmin_yard_rear_ft20corner_lots_or_multi_street_lots_beyond_100ft

allmin_yard_rear_ft0through_lots_less_than_110ft_depth

allmin_yard_rear_ft30along district boundary coincident with rear lot line of adjoining Residence District, up to 23 feet above curb level

allmin_yard_rear_ft0within_100ft_of_corner

allmin_yard_rear_ft20multiple_rear_lot_lines_coincides_with_adjoining_rear_lot_line

allmin_yard_rear_ft0rear_lot_line_coincides_with_adjoining_side_lot_line

allmin_yard_side_ft0standard

allmin_yard_side_ft8along district boundary coincident with side lot line of zoning lot in R1-R5 District

allmin_yard_side_ft8along district boundary coincident with rear lot line of adjoining Residence District

allsky_exposure_planealternate sky exposure plane applies if open area provided along full length of front lot line; measured from point above street linewith_front_open_area

commercialmax_height_ft30Use Groups VI-X

commercialmax_height_stories2Use Groups VI-X

residentialmin_yard_side_ft0standard

residentialmin_yard_side_ft5if_open_area_provided_along_side_lot_line

Frequently asked questions

Code references

Section NYC Zoning Resolution

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Commercial District C1

New York City zoning district · 2,467 parcels

Floor area ratio

Use typeParameterValueConditions

allmax_height_ft50LH-1

allmax_height_ft60LH-1A

allmax_height_ft70LH-2

allmax_height_ft100LH-3

allmin_yard_rear_ft20standard

allmin_yard_rear_ft20corner_lots_or_multi_street_lots_beyond_100ft

allmin_yard_rear_ft0through_lots_less_than_110ft_depth

allmin_yard_rear_ft30along district boundary coincident with rear lot line of adjoining Residence District, up to 23 feet above curb level

allmin_yard_rear_ft0within_100ft_of_corner

allmin_yard_rear_ft20multiple_rear_lot_lines_coincides_with_adjoining_rear_lot_line

allmin_yard_rear_ft0rear_lot_line_coincides_with_adjoining_side_lot_line

allmin_yard_side_ft0standard

allmin_yard_side_ft8along district boundary coincident with side lot line of zoning lot in R1-R5 District

allmin_yard_side_ft8along district boundary coincident with rear lot line of adjoining Residence District

allsky_exposure_planealternate sky exposure plane applies if open area provided along full length of front lot line; measured from point above street linewith_front_open_area

commercialmax_height_ft30Use Groups VI-X

commercialmax_height_stories2Use Groups VI-X

residentialmin_yard_side_ft0standard

residentialmin_yard_side_ft5if_open_area_provided_along_side_lot_line

C1

Development standards

Floor area ratio

Frequently asked questions

Code references

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C1

Development standards

Floor area ratio

Frequently asked questions

Code references

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