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Greenwich, Conn., Town Code ch. 5 § 5-26

Minimum space in dwelling unit

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Operative Text

Greenwich, Conn., Town Code ch. 5 § 5-26
Every dwelling unit shall contain at least five hundred (500) cubic feet of space for every occupant twelve (12) years or over of age, and at least three hundred (300) cubic feet of space for every occupant under twelve (12) years of age. The space shall be calculated on the basis of total habitable room area.
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Plain English

Greenwich Town Code ch. 5 § 5-26 establishes minimum cubic-footage requirements for every dwelling unit based on the ages of its occupants. Adults and children aged 12 or older must each have at least 500 cubic feet of habitable space, while children under 12 must each have at least 300 cubic feet. This space is measured using the total area of all habitable rooms in the unit, not the entire structure.

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For Property Managers

Under Greenwich Town Code ch. 5 § 5-26, compliant operators calculate the total habitable room area of each unit and verify that it meets the per-occupant minimums before allowing occupancy at a given household size. Keeping records of unit dimensions and tracking the ages of occupants helps demonstrate ongoing compliance with the cubic-footage thresholds. When a household composition changes—such as when a new occupant is added—operators generally re-verify that the unit still meets the applicable space requirements.

General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.

For Tenants

Greenwich Town Code ch. 5 § 5-26 gives occupants a baseline right to a minimum amount of habitable space, calculated according to their age. If a unit appears to fall short of these cubic-footage minimums, tenants can document the unit's dimensions and raise the potential violation with local housing or building officials in Greenwich. Tenant-rights organizations familiar with Connecticut housing standards can also help residents understand what options may be available when a space deficiency is suspected.

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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Related Rules

§ 244.810
Required space in dwelling units
§ 244.820
Dwelling unit to be occupied by one (1) family
§ 244.830
Arrangement of rooms

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