CHAPTER 5
Article X
NYC Zoning Resolution
Chapter 5Article X
Chapter 5 of Article X of the New York City Zoning Resolution contains 100 sections. The first section is §105-00 (GENERAL PURPOSES).
Quick Facts
- Chapter
- 5
- Article
- X
- Sections
- 100
- First section
- §105-00
Sections in Chapter 5
- §105-00 — GENERAL PURPOSES
- §105-01 — DefinitionsLast amended 2023-12-06
- §105-02 — General ProvisionsLast amended 2021-10-07
- §105-021 — Actions not requiring special reviewLast amended 2005-02-02
- §105-022 — Requirements for applicationLast amended 2011-02-02
- §105-023 — Relationship to public improvement projectsLast amended 2005-02-02
- §105-03 — District PlanLast amended 2016-01-19
- §105-10 — NATURAL FEATURESLast amended 1974-12-19
- §105-11 — Description of Natural FeaturesLast amended 2005-02-02
- §105-20 — PROTECTION OF NATURAL FEATURESLast amended 2005-02-02
- §105-30 — PRESERVATION OF NATURAL FEATURESLast amended 2005-02-02
- §105-31 — Botanic Environment and Tree Preservation RequirementsLast amended 2005-02-02
- §105-32 — Botanic Environment and Tree Planting RequirementsLast amended 2005-02-02
- §105-33 — Residential Lot Coverage Regulations on Sites Granted an Authorization Pursuant to Section 105-422Last amended 2024-12-05
- §105-34 — Grading Controls for Tier II SitesLast amended 2011-02-02
- §105-35 — Tier II Site Requirements for Driveways and Private RoadsLast amended 2011-02-02
- §105-36 — Controls During ConstructionLast amended 2005-02-02
- §105-37 — Special Erosion and Sedimentation Prevention Requirements for Authorizations for Tier II SitesLast amended 2011-02-02
- §105-38 — Special Submission Requirements for Authorizations on Tier II SitesLast amended 2011-02-02
- §105-40 — SPECIAL REVIEW PROVISIONSLast amended 2024-12-05
- §105-41 — CertificationLast amended 2005-02-02
- §105-42 — Authorizations to Alter Natural FeaturesLast amended 2005-02-02
- §105-421 — Modification of topographic features on Tier I sitesLast amended 2005-02-02
- §105-422 — Authorization of a development, enlargement or site alteration on a Tier II site or portion of a zoning lot having a steep slope or steep slope bufferLast amended 2024-12-05
- §105-423 — Relocation of erratic bouldersLast amended 2005-02-02
- §105-424 — Alteration of rock outcropsLast amended 2005-02-02
- §105-425 — Modification of botanic environment and tree preservation and planting requirementsLast amended 2005-02-02
- §105-426 — Alteration of aquatic features
- §105-43 — Authorizations to Modify Bulk, Parking, Grading and Private Roads RegulationsLast amended 2016-01-19
- §105-431 — Modification of lot coverage controlsLast amended 2011-02-02
- §105-432 — Modification of yard, height and setback regulations, and parking location regulationsLast amended 2011-02-02
- §105-433 — Modification of grading controlsLast amended 2011-02-02
- §105-434 — Modification of requirements for private roads and drivewaysLast amended 2016-01-19
- §105-44 — Special PermitLast amended 2005-02-02
- §105-441 — Modification of use regulationsLast amended 2011-02-02
- §105-442 — Natural area dedicated for public useLast amended 2005-02-02
- §105-45 — Certification of Restoration PlansLast amended 2005-02-02
- §105-50 — REGULATIONS FOR PROTECTION OF NATURAL FEATURESLast amended 2011-02-02
- §105-60 — MAINTENANCE OF NATURAL FEATURESLast amended 2005-02-02
- §105-70 — SPECIAL REGULATIONS FOR RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENTLast amended 2011-02-02
- §105-701 — Applicability of large-scale residential development regulationsLast amended 2024-12-05
- §105-702 — Applicability of lower density growth management area regulationsLast amended 2011-02-02
- §105-80 — JOINT APPLICATIONSLast amended 1974-12-19
- §105-90 — FUTURE SUBDIVISIONLast amended 2011-02-02
- §105-91 — Special District Designation on Public ParksLast amended 2005-02-02
- §105-92 — Special Provisions for City-owned LandLast amended 2011-02-02
- §105-93 — Inter-agency CoordinationLast amended 2005-02-02
- §105-94 — Special Natural Area Districts SpecifiedLast amended 1975-05-21
- §105-941 — Special Natural Area District-1:Last amended 1977-06-23
- §105-942 — Special Natural Area District-2:Last amended 1975-05-21
- §105-943 — Special Natural Area District-3:Last amended 1977-12-01
- §105-944 — Special Fort Totten Natural Area District-4Last amended 2024-12-05
- §115-00 — GENERAL PURPOSES
- §115-01 — General Provisions
- §115-02 — DefinitionsLast amended 2025-10-29
- §115-03 — District Plan and MapsLast amended 2025-10-29
- §115-04 — SubdistrictsLast amended 2025-10-29
- §115-05 — Applicability of the Mandatory Inclusionary Housing ProgramLast amended 2025-10-29
- §115-06 — Applicability of Article XII, Chapter 3Last amended 2025-10-29
- §115-10 — SPECIAL USE REGULATIONSLast amended 2025-10-29
- §115-11 — Modification to Permitted UsesLast amended 2025-10-29
- §115-12 — Location of UsesLast amended 2025-10-29
- §115-13 — Streetscape RegulationsLast amended 2025-10-29
- §115-20 — SPECIAL BULK REGULATIONSLast amended 2025-10-29
- §115-21 — Floor Area RatioLast amended 2025-10-29
- §115-22 — Modification of Rear Yard RegulationsLast amended 2025-10-29
- §115-23 — Height and Setback RegulationsLast amended 2025-10-29
- §115-231 — Permitted obstructionsLast amended 2024-12-05
- §115-232 — Street wall locationLast amended 2025-10-29
- §115-233 — Maximum building heightLast amended 2025-10-29
- §115-30 — MANDATORY IMPROVEMENTSLast amended 2007-09-10
- §115-31 — Sidewalk WideningsLast amended 2025-10-29
- §115-40 — SPECIAL OFF-STREET PARKING AND OFF-STREET LOADING REGULATIONSLast amended 2025-10-29
- §115-41 — Parking and Loading RegulationsLast amended 2025-10-29
- §115-50 — SPECIAL APPROVALSLast amended 2025-10-29
- §115-51 — Special Permit to Modify Use or Bulk RegulationsLast amended 2025-10-29
- §115-52 — Authorization for a Public PlazaLast amended 2025-10-29
- §115-53 — Authorization for Sites Containing SchoolsLast amended 2025-10-29
- §125-00 — GENERAL PURPOSES
- §125-01 — General ProvisionsLast amended 2021-10-07
- §125-02 — District Plan and MapsLast amended 2008-11-13
- §125-03 — SubdistrictsLast amended 2008-11-13
- §125-04 — Applicability of District RegulationsLast amended 2008-11-13
- §125-041 — Modification of use and bulk regulations for zoning lots bounding parksLast amended 2008-11-13
- §125-042 — Applicability of Article II, Chapter 5Last amended 2009-04-22
- §125-043 — Modification of Article VI, Chapter 2Last amended 2009-04-22
- §125-10 — USE REGULATIONSLast amended 2008-11-13
- §125-11 — Streetscape RegulationsLast amended 2024-06-06
- §125-12 — Location of Uses in Mixed BuildingsLast amended 2024-06-06
- §125-20 — FLOOR AREA REGULATIONSLast amended 2008-11-13
- §125-21 — East River SubdistrictLast amended 2024-12-05
- §125-22 — Newtown Creek SubdistrictLast amended 2024-12-05
- §125-30 — HEIGHT AND SETBACK REGULATIONSLast amended 2024-12-05
- §125-31 — Permitted ObstructionsLast amended 2024-12-05
- §125-32 — BalconiesLast amended 2024-12-05
- §125-33 — Required Street WallsLast amended 2024-12-05
- §125-34 — TowersLast amended 2024-12-05
- §125-35 — Authorization for Height and Setback ModificationsLast amended 2011-02-02
- §125-40 — DISTRICT PLAN ELEMENTSLast amended 2008-11-13
- §125-41 — Sidewalk WideningsLast amended 2008-11-13
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Chapter 5 of Article X of the NYC Zoning Resolution contains 100 sections. The first section is §105-00 (GENERAL PURPOSES).
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