M3-2A
Manufacturing M3-2A
New York City zoning district · 7 parcels
M3-2A is defined as a Manufacturing M3-2A in New York City. The maximum building height is 60 feet. There are 7 parcels classified under this district. M3-2A is a heavy manufacturing zoning district in New York City with a maximum FAR of 2.0. Heavy manufacturing districts for the most intensive industrial uses, including power plants, fuel storage, and heavy industrial processes. Virtually no performance standard restrictions. The least restrictive zoning in NYC. As a contextual variant, it has modified bulk controls.
For heavy-industry operators. NYC's least-restrictive zone: power plants, fuel storage, and the most intensive industrial uses allowed, with virtually no limits on noise, vibration, or emissions (performance standards). Build to FAR 2.0 (floor-area ratio, total floor space vs. lot size) and 60 feet. The "A" means contextual bulk shaping. Rare — only about 7 parcels.
Development standards
M3-2A regulates building height, lot size, setbacks, and lot coverage across 7 parcels in New York City.
Floor area ratio
Frequently asked questions
Code references
Section NYC Zoning Resolution
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