1916 Zoning Resolution

The 1916 Zoning Resolution in New York City was the first citywide zoning code in the United States. The zoning resolution reflected both borough and local interests, and was proposed after the bulky Equitable Building was erected in Lower Manhattan in 1915.

1916 Zoning Resolution

The 1916 Zoning Resolution in New York City was the first citywide zoning code in the United States. The zoning resolution reflected both borough and local interests, and was proposed after the bulky Equitable Building was erected in Lower Manhattan in 1915.