NYC Why New York's Skyline Looks Distinct
Why do so many of New York's older skyscrapers have a similar design? The answer can be traced back to a monumental 1916 zoning law, which established “setback” requirements for buildings above a certain height. In the heart of the Financial District, the Equitable Building, a historic skyscraper that predates the law, remains a symbol of the excesses of the pre-zoning era. -------------------------------------------- NEED.estate™? Find it. Here community | marketplace | locations | experts | news ▫️ WEBSITE http://new-york.need.estate ▫️ INSTAGRAM @need.estate
Why do so many of New York's older skyscrapers have a similar design? The answer can be traced back to a monumental 1916 zoning law, which established “setback” requirements for buildings above a certain height. In the heart of the Financial District, the Equitable Building, a historic skyscraper that predates the law, remains a symbol of the excesses of the pre-zoning era. -------------------------------------------- NEED.estate™? Find it. Here community | marketplace | locations | experts | news ▫️ WEBSITE http://new-york.need.estate ▫️ INSTAGRAM @need.estate
