Curb Level
Curb level is the mean level of the curb adjoining a zoning lot and is commonly the reference for building height and setback controls in medium- and higher-density non-contextual districts. It is used to anchor measured height to street conditions.
- Where it applies
- New York City
- When it comes up
- Zoning analysis; design
- Property types
- All
In practice
For corner lots and lots with varied frontage, "curb level determination" can influence multiple compliance checks.
Related terms
Zoning and Land Use
- Air Rights
- Area Variance
- As-of-right Development
- Authorization
- Base Height
- Base Plane
- Board of Standards and Appeals (BSA)
- Building Envelope
- Bulk
- Certification
General information, not legal, tax or financial advice.