Does condo in NYC must have parking according to the law? (New York: rent, tenants)

[Vic341]

Hi all,

I own a 1 bdr condo in Brooklyn that doesn't have a garage or parking space on premises. Someone told me that in NYC, every condo is supposed to have parking on premises according to the City law, otherwise, that project doesn't comply with City regulations and the City will not approve that construction (by law). I would really like to know if it's true.

Thanks,
Vic.

[nybbler]

There are parking minimums in some parts of the city, but not all (some parts have parking maximums), and they wouldn't apply to existing construction.

[nybklyn]

Originally Posted by nybbler

There are parking minimums in some parts of the city, but not all (some parts have parking maximums), and they wouldn't apply to existing construction.

I agree.

[Vic341]

Originally Posted by nybbler

There are parking minimums in some parts of the city, but not all (some parts have parking maximums), and they wouldn't apply to existing construction.

Do you know where I would find that information?

[SandyJet]

Even if it does have parking, most buildings rent them out to make money. At best tenants get a small discount.

If it is true deed parking assigned to a condo the spot goes in the six figure range and you have to pay montly maint on spot.

[BrownstoneNY]

Originally Posted by Vic341

Do you know where I would find that information?

The zoning code and zoning map.

Zoning Maps - New York City Department of City Planning

The only place in Brooklyn that doesn't have parking minimums is downtown Brooklyn, but the parking minimums can be and sometimes are waived for new developments elsewhere. Also, buildings under a certain number of units (I think 9?) are exempt from parking minimums.