R4
Residence District (Lower Density)
New York City, New York County, New York
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.
Contextual R4A: max 35 ft building height. ft
Max Building Height
1.35
Floor Area Ratio
55%
Max Impervious Cover
As deep as a neighboring yard (R4A). ft
Front Setback
Development Standards
| Max Building Height | Contextual R4A: max 35 ft building height. ft |
| Floor Area Ratio | 1.35 |
| Max Impervious Cover | 55% |
| Front Setback | As deep as a neighboring yard (R4A). ft |
Parking
More relaxed parking requirements for infill housing, typically two spaces.
New York City Location
Permitted Uses
3 uses permitted in R4
| Use | Category |
|---|---|
| Community facilities | Civic |
| Detached, semi-detached, and attached one- and two-family houses | Residential |
| Small apartment buildings | Residential |
No permitted uses match your search.
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