R1-2
Residential R1-2
New York City zoning district · 14,217 parcels
R1-2 is defined as a Residential R1-2 in New York City. The maximum building height is 35 feet. There are 14,217 parcels classified under this district. R1-2 is a very low-density residential zoning district in New York City permitting detached single-family housing. Buildings in R1-2 districts have a suburban estate character with a general height limit of 35 feet (2 stories). The -2 variant indicates a specific density option within the R1 group.
For homeowners wanting a roomy detached single-family house. R1-2 is a very low-density, almost-suburban zone: one freestanding home per lot, up to 35 feet (about 2 stories), set back from the property lines. No apartment buildings, attached row houses, or shops. Found in leafy enclaves like Jamaica Estates and Fieldston. A common R1 flavor, covering roughly 14,000 NYC lots.
Development standards
R1-2 regulates building height, lot size, setbacks, and lot coverage across 14,217 parcels in New York City.
Floor area ratio
Frequently asked questions
Code references
Section NYC Zoning Resolution
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