Zoning / Parking / Use — Summons 35687413J
DOB allegation in the source extract: MULTIPLE ILLUMINATED SIGNS IN WINDOW FACING PARK AVENUE ADVERTISING ITEMS SOLD EXCEED SURFACE AREA RESTRICTIONS IN C5-3 ZONING DISTRICT. ("RETNA" SOLD FOR 162, 500 WITH LARGE PHOTO", MARILYN MONROE AND LARGE WO
Cited provision(s): 276 — ZR 32-64 SIGN(S) IN SPECIFIED C DISTRICT EXCEED(S) SURFACE AREA RESTRICTIONS.
How this type of condition is typically resolved
Zoning charges require comparing the observed use, parking arrangement or physical condition to the applicable zoning district, lawful occupancy and any prior approvals or variances. Correction can mean stopping the use, restoring required parking, or pursuing a lawful approval if available.
Hearing issues to verify
- Is the cited zoning district/use classification correct for this lot?
- Was the alleged use actually occurring on the issue date?
- Is there a prior BSA/CPC/DOB approval, variance or grandfathered condition relevant to the charge?
Evidence that may matter
- Zoning map and ZOLA/property records
- Certificate of Occupancy / approved plans
- Survey or parking layout
- Prior approvals, variances, permits and dated photographs