New York City, NY

C1 districts are commercial overlays mapped within residential areas, providing local retail and services for immediate neighborhood needs. Commercial uses are typically limited to the ground floor, with residential bulk governed by the underlying residential district.

C4 districts are regional retail centers with larger stores and a wider range of goods and services, often found along major thoroughfares. They permit residential development at densities equivalent to higher-density residential districts.

C6 districts are central business districts permitting a wide range of high-bulk commercial uses, including corporate headquarters, large hotels, and department stores. These districts often allow for high-rise mixed-use buildings with residential components.

C8 districts bridge commercial and manufacturing uses, designed for heavy commercial and automotive services requiring large land areas. Residential uses are generally prohibited as-of-right in these districts.

M1 districts are light manufacturing zones, often serving as buffers between heavier industrial areas and residential or commercial districts. They permit light industrial uses, offices, hotels, most retail, and certain community facilities.

Leafy, low-density neighborhoods of large, single-family detached homes. These districts have sizeable required lot areas to produce large, roomy houses.

These districts permit the highest residential density in New York City, often resulting in high-rise apartment buildings. Development is typically governed by Quality Housing regulations or tower rules, with potential for increased density through affordable housing programs.

These low-density districts allow for detached single-family residences, with slightly higher density permitted than R1 districts due to smaller lot requirements.

These lower-density districts allow for a variety of housing types, including single-family homes, duplexes, and small apartment buildings. Contextual regulations often aim to maintain neighborhood scale and character.

R6 districts are medium-density residential areas found in built-up areas across boroughs, accommodating diverse building types from row houses to large-scale apartment developments. Developers can choose between standard height factor regulations or optional Quality Housing programs.