Cochecton, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 135 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 135-3
Minimum floor area
Operative Text
Every dwelling shall contain a minimum floor area of at least 150 square feet for the first occupant, at least 100 square feet for each of the next two occupants and at least 75 square feet for each occupant thereafter.
Section 135-3 of Cochecton's Code of Ordinances establishes minimum floor area requirements that scale with the number of occupants in a dwelling. The first occupant requires at least 150 square feet, each of the next two occupants requires at least 100 square feet each, and every additional occupant beyond that requires at least 75 square feet each. This tiered formula sets a baseline habitability standard for all dwellings in Cochecton, N.Y.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under Cochecton Code ch. 135 § 135-3, compliant property operators generally calculate total required floor area based on the number of occupants before renting or approving occupancy changes. For example, a dwelling with four occupants would need to meet the combined minimums of 150 + 100 + 100 + 75 square feet. Operators typically document the usable floor area of each unit and factor occupancy limits into lease terms to remain consistent with this tiered standard.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 135-3 of Cochecton's Code of Ordinances gives occupants a baseline right to a minimum amount of living space, calculated according to a tiered formula tied to the number of people in the dwelling. If a dwelling appears to fall short of these minimums, tenants may raise this as a potential housing code violation with the appropriate local code enforcement authority. Tenant-rights organizations familiar with New York housing law can help explain what options may be available under this provision.
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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