Decoding Zoning NYC

Instructor:: Doris Diether, former Vice Chair, Community Board 2 Zoning Committee; consultant on city zoning in New York; has lectured for The Municipal Art Society for many years. She is considered an expert in her field.

Cosponsored by AIA NY Chapter. 7.5 AIA HSW credits

7620 - 5 Wednesdays, October 15 - November 12, 6:30-8:00pm or 7:00-8:30pm,(check individual class sessions listed below for times),$135

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An Overview of Zoning, Past and Present

Why is zoning necessary? How does it work? This lecture will consider the three major stages of New York City zoning, from pre-1916 to today. Ms. Diether will cover the different types of districts and what they permit, as well as the difference between zoning and landmarking.

1.5 AIA HSW credits

7621 - Wednesday, October 15 6:30-8:00, $30

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Basic Principles of Zoning

This lecture will consider zoning's impact on the appearance of the city, as well as how to read a zoning map.

1.5 AIA HSW credits

7622 - Wednesday, October 22 6:30-8:00pm, $30

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Uses and Signs: Learning the Regulations/City Planning Commission & Board of Standards and Appeals

Uses and Signs: Learning the Regulations

This lecture will consider what uses and signs are permitted where, according to current zoning regulations.

1.5 AIA HSW credits

7623 - Wednesday, October 29 7:00-8:30pm, $30

City Planning Commission & Board of Standards and Appeals

This lecture willl review map and text changes, special permits and variances.

1.5 AIA HSW credits

7624 - Wednesday, November 5 6:30-8:00pm, $30

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Department of Buildings-Agency Interaction and Public Involvement

What impact can communities and citizens have on zoning? This lecture will cover the interactions among various agencies and the roles they play in zoning. Ms. Diether will look specifically at the roles of the Board of Standards & Appeals, the City Planning Commission, the Department of Buildings, and Community Boards.

1.5 AIA HSW credits

7625 - Wednesday, November 12 7:00-8:30pm, $30

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