Zoning / Parking / Use — Summons 39200500X
DOB allegation in the source extract: VIOLATION FOR ZONING RESOLUTION -FRONT YARD PLANTING : AT TIME OF INSPECTION,OBSERVED PLANTING WAS REMOVED FROM 98 PERCENT OF THE FRONT YARD,AND REPLACED WITH STONE PORCELAIN TILE,THIS IS AN R3-2 DISTRICT AND 2
Cited provision(s): 384 — ZR-MISC MISCELLANEOUS VIOLATIONS OF THE ZONING RESOLUTION
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