What is the maximum building height for R4B zoning?

The maximum building height for R4B zoning is 21 ft.

Are there additional rules for R4B zoning?

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How do I find out if my property is zoned R4B?

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 R4B?

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.

R4B

Residential R4B

New York City zoning district · 15,447 parcels

R4B is defined as a Residential R4B in New York City. The maximum building height is 21 feet. There are 15,447 parcels classified under this district. R4B is a low-medium-density residential zoning district in New York City permitting one- and two-family housing with a maximum FAR of 0.9. Buildings in R4B districts have a semi-detached and small multifamily character with a general height limit of 35 feet (2 stories). This is a lower-density contextual district with strict height limits, preserving the low-rise character of brownstone and rowhouse neighborhoods.

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Development standards

R4B regulates building height, lot size, setbacks, and lot coverage across 15,447 parcels in New York City.

Max Height

21ft

Floor area ratio

Use typeParameterValueConditions

allmax_building_height_ft25standard

community_facilitymax_far2.00standard

residentialmax_base_height_ft35qualifying_residential_sites

residentialmax_building_height_ft45qualifying_residential_sites

residentialmax_far1.00standard zoning lots

residentialmax_far1.50qualifying residential sites

residentialmax_far2.40deep_front_and_wide_side_yards

residentialmin_lot_area_sqft2375single_or_two_family_detached_or_zero_lot_line

residentialmin_lot_width_ft25single_or_two_family_detached_or_zero_lot_line

residentialmin_yard_front_ft5standard

residentialmin_yard_side_ft0other_residences

Frequently asked questions

Code references

Section NYC Zoning Resolution

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