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Jersey City Historic and Resilient Paving Regulation

§ 345-45.2 Residential Commercial District 3 (narrow lots, three and four stories) provides development regulations contextual to existing predominantly two- to four-story multifamily neighborhood with occasional retail venues. The purpose of the zoning in this district is to address and mitigate the impact the flooding in low laying vulnerable areas, and create a more resilient neighborhood for future generations. Additionally, the intent of the zoning regulations are to protect the historically low-rise nature of the neighborhood from inappropriate infill. Acceptable Smart Surface materials include interlocking concrete blocks, permeable pavers, open-celled pavers, and porous pavements

Link:

  • Jersey City Zoning and Design Standards § 345-45.2 – RC-3 Residential Commercial District 3

Policy Details:

Locale: Jersey City, New Jersey [Northeast]
Climate zone: Zone 4A: Mixed Humid
Jurisdiction: Municipality [>150K]
Smart Surface(s): Permeable Pavement 
Policy Type(s): Zoning

Citation:

Jersey City Zoning and Design Standards § 345-45.2 – RC-3 Residential Commercial District 3

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