Tuckahoe, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 12 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 12-91
Required space in rooming units
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Rooms let to one or more persons shall contain a minimum gross floor area for sleeping purposes of 90 square feet for a single occupant and every such room occupied by more than one occupant shall contain a minimum gross floor area of 70 square feet per occupant thereof.
Tuckahoe, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 12 § 12-91 establishes minimum floor space requirements for rooming units used for sleeping. A room occupied by a single person must have at least 90 square feet of gross floor area, while rooms shared by multiple occupants must provide at least 70 square feet of gross floor area per person. This rule sets a baseline standard intended to ensure that sleeping spaces meet a minimum level of habitability.
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Under ch. 12 § 12-91, compliant operators in Tuckahoe measure the gross floor area of each sleeping room before assigning occupants to it, ensuring that a single-occupant room meets the 90-square-foot minimum and that any multi-occupant room provides at least 70 square feet per person. Keeping records of room dimensions and occupancy assignments helps demonstrate ongoing compliance. Operators generally review these figures whenever a unit's occupancy changes to confirm the space requirements continue to be met.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 12-91 of Tuckahoe's Code of Ordinances gives occupants of rooming units a right to a minimum amount of sleeping space — 90 square feet if living alone, or 70 square feet per person in a shared room. If a sleeping room appears to fall below these thresholds, tenants may raise the violation as a concern with local code enforcement authorities or consult a tenant-rights organization to understand available options. Documenting the room's dimensions can be a useful step when pursuing any inquiry into a potential violation of 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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