In property development and architecture, ZoningZoning is a set of regulations pertaining to land use and development established by the local municipality. Zoning regulations will designate certain building uses to specific areas and place requirements on the overall bulk of the building, such as height, floor area, and setbacks, to name a few. A Zoning […]| Fontan Architecture
If you are proposing a property development that does not fully comply with NYC’s Zoning Resolution, you will need a Zoning Variance. A Zoning Variance is a special approval to use or develop a property in a manner that does not fully conform to or comply with the Zoning Resolution. In NYC, Zoning Variances are under […]| Fontan Architecture
The inclusionary housing program in NYC provides zoning floor area bonuses for developments that reserve a portion of their buildings for affordable housing.| Fontan Architecture
Learn about NYC air rights and how they can be used to maximize property development. Development rights and zoning lots FAR, Air rights NYC| Fontan Architecture
The New York City Zoning Resolution establishes all of the zoning use and bulk requirements for new developments and alterations to existing buildings. Sometimes, due to unique conditions, following these regulations can be difficult and even impossible, making a development physically or financially unfeasible. If the zoning regulations create a legitimate hardship, one can apply […]| Fontan Architecture
The New York City Zoning Resolution sets regulations for developing a property, from a new building to a small home addition. These rules can sometimes be burdensome and result in unnecessary challenges for the owner. NYC has a system known as a Zoning Variance, where you can request special authorization to develop a property in […]| Fontan Architecture
The New York City Zoning Resolution sets regulations for developing a property, including all developments and improvements, from a new building to a small home addition. These regulations can sometimes be burdensome and result in unnecessary challenges for the owner. NYC has a system known as a Zoning Variance, where you can request a special […]| Fontan Architecture
Zoning is a set of regulations that govern how to use or develop a given property. These codes restrict the use and bulk of a building. In some cases, complying with the zoning regulations may be challenging. That is why you can apply for a zoning variance to seek relief from a specific requirement in […]| Fontan Architecture