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Routledge Planning and Zoning New York City - Urban History

Name: Routledge Planning and Zoning New York City - Urban History
Brand: Routledge
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Explore the historical forces that built one of the world's most recognizable urban landscapes. This book by Routledge examines the two major events that defined the unique geography and sense of place in New York City: the Commissioners' Plan of 1811 and the 1916 zoning resolution. Learn how the 1811 plan created the Manhattan grid, establishing the north-south avenues and east-west cross streets that define the city's layout today. The text also explains how the 1916 resolution shaped the three-dimensional skyline by managing building mass and land use by district. This resource provides a detailed look at how these regulatory frameworks transformed the city from a two-dimensional plan into a complex vertical environment. It is an essential read for anyone interested in architecture, urban planning, and the history of New York City's development.

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Detailed analysis of the 1811 Commissioners' Plan and its role in creating the Manhattan rectangular grid system.

Explains the impact of the 1916 zoning resolution on the three-dimensional form and skyline of New York City.

Covers how land use restrictions and building mass limits shaped the development of different city districts.

Provides historical context on the standard units of the city, including blocks and street layouts.

Used book in good condition, making it a practical choice for students and history enthusiasts.

Published by Routledge, a respected name in academic and professional literature.

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Brand: Routledge
Format: hardcover
ASIN: 0882851438
Category: Books > Subjects > Arts & Photography > Architecture > Urban & Land Use Planning
Domain: Amazon UK
Release Date: 15 December 1993
Listed Since: 19 January 2007

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