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R7

R7 is a residential zoning district governed by ZR 23-22, with the bulk rules below.

Parking / unit
0.5

The bulk rules

These are the figures the engine applies when it models a lot in R7. Where a rule differs between a narrow and a wide street, both are shown.

Floor area

Height and setback

Yards, coverage and shape

Qualifying ground floor eligibleYes

Density, parking and affordability

Dwelling unit factor680 sf per unitZR 23-52
Parking spaces per dwelling unit0.5ZR 25-23

Where R7 is mapped

Every area of the city zoned R7, from NYC Planning’s published zoning district layer.

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What you may build

Use groups permitted in R7 districts:

  • UG 1Residences (1- and 2-family detached)
  • UG 2Residences (all types including apartments)
  • UG 3Community Facilities — schools, museums, libraries, child welfare
  • UG 4Community Facilities — houses of worship, hospitals, ambulatory care

Questions about R7

What is the FAR in R7?

R7 does not carry a residential floor area ratio. See the bulk table above for the floor area the district does permit.

How tall can a building be in R7?

R7 is not governed by a flat height cap in the quality housing tables; height is controlled by the sky exposure plane and the bulk rules shown above.

This is the district. Now run your actual lot.

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