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

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