Preliminary Zoning Analysis
Building Massing & Programming Feasibility Studies
Comprehensive Programming and Systems Planning
We offer owners, developers, and real estate professionals quick and cost-effective preliminary zoning analysis and feasibility studies for properties in New York City.
PRELIMINARY ZONING ANALYSIS & ARCHITECTURAL FEASIBILITY OPTIONS
OPTION 1:
Preliminary Zoning Analysis
A preliminary zoning analysis delivers fundamental initial information about a property, focusing on the maximum permitted zoning floor area, building size, and location in accordance with NYC Zoning Resolution regulations. This preliminary data assists in assessing the site’s potential for new ground-up development, renovation, or expansion.
OPTION 2:
Preliminary Zoning Analysis with Building Massing & Programming Studies
For sites being considered for medium to large-scale developments, we offer more than just Preliminary Zoning Analysis. Our services extend to providing feasibility studies for ownership or developers, assessing if a specific building program is viable in terms of the available floor area, lease span, core configuration, and efficiency. This assessment is done with regard to the maximum zoning area and zoning envelope as outlined in the NYC Zoning Resolution regulations. Often, clients may ask for studies of various building program types to determine which best maximizes the Floor Area Ratio (FAR) and the utilization of the zoning envelope. Upon request, we are also equipped to create an initial typical floor plan layouts and program stacking for the desired building programs.
OPTION 3:
Preliminary Zoning Analysis with Comprehensive Programming and Systems Planning Study
Our distinction from many architectural firms offering zoning analysis and massing studies in NYC lies in our ability, upon request, to generate a comprehensive design feasibility report. This report includes benchmarking and implementation strategies for all major building systems. Our holistic approach involves analyzing the optimal planning strategy for each building system in relation to the program and massing. We collaborate with our engineering consultants to incorporate the appropriate components and systems during these thorough studies, encompassing Structure, MEP, Enclosure, and Vertical Transportation. This joint effort with our engineering consultants establishes realistic parameters for the development and further optimizes the building program and massing. All this compiled information forms a design feasibility report, which is then used by cost estimators and financial advisors to assess the financial aspects of the development.