Together with other zoning restrictions, the rules will essentially limit such businesses to parts of midtown Manhattan, including Times Square, and isolated manufacturing areas in the boroughs outside Manhattan.

He also painted mural decorations for New York City theaters, including the Capitol, Apollo, Times Square, and Selwyn theaters.

"We built our own back lot in New Zealand - including Times Square, Herald Square and other sections of the city," he explained.

Ten locations were used during the New York filming, including Times Square, Lincoln Center, the Gershwin Theatre, Central Park, and Sardi's.

Mayor Michael Bloomberg wants cars barred from several blocks of Broadway, including Herald Square and Times Square.

"We have submitted to the city a plan to recontour the parade route in various areas, including Times Square, which takes into account both street furniture and positioning of parade spectators," she said.

While there is 40 million square feet of vacant office space in Manhattan, brokers report that demand for retail space remains solid, particularly in prime shopping locations, including Times Square.

Free concerts have been scheduled at subway sites including Grand Central Terminal, Times Square and Penn Station and also in Bloomingdale's.

About 25 police officers are now patrolling seven areas, including Times Square and Coney Island, that are familiar hangouts for young people during school hours.

The officials said district attorneys and local precinct commanders were drawing up a list of such zones, including Washington Square Park and Times Square.