Bloomfield, Conn., Code of Ordinances ch. 12 § 12-14
Closet space
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Every dwelling unit shall have at least four-square feet of floor-to-ceiling height closet space for the personal effects of each permissible occupant. If the closet space is lacking, in whole or in part, an amount of space equal in square footage to the deficiency shall be subtracted from the area of habitable room space used in determining permissible occupancy.
Under Bloomfield Code of Ordinances ch. 12, art. III § 12-14, every dwelling unit is required to provide at least four square feet of floor-to-ceiling closet space for each permissible occupant. When a unit falls short of that standard, the missing closet area is deducted from the unit's total habitable room space when calculating how many occupants are legally permitted to live there. In effect, a closet shortfall can reduce the official occupancy limit of the unit.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Operators of rental units in Bloomfield should verify that each dwelling unit provides a minimum of four square feet of floor-to-ceiling closet space per permissible occupant, as required by ch. 12, art. III § 12-14. Compliant operators typically audit closet space whenever a unit is re-rented or when occupancy levels change, since any deficiency directly reduces the habitable square footage used to calculate the allowable number of residents. Keeping documentation of closet dimensions can help demonstrate compliance during inspections.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Under Bloomfield Code of Ordinances ch. 12, art. III § 12-14, tenants are entitled to at least four square feet of floor-to-ceiling closet space per permissible occupant, and a shortfall can lower the unit's official occupancy limit. Tenants who believe their unit does not meet this standard may consider raising the issue with Bloomfield's local housing or code enforcement office, or consulting a tenant-rights organization familiar with local ordinances. Documenting the actual closet dimensions in writing or photographs can be useful when pursuing any inquiry about compliance.
General guidance for tenants — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult a tenant-rights organization or attorney for advice on your case.
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