Hamden, Conn., Mun. Code Ch. 152 § 152.91
Floor space in sleeping rooms
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Every room occupied for sleeping purposes by one person shall contain at least 70 square feet of floor space, and every room occupied for sleeping purposes by more than one person shall contain at least 50 square feet of floor space for each occupant thereof. (Adopted 9-5-67) Penalty, see § 152.199
Hamden Ch. 152 § 152.91 establishes minimum floor-space requirements for sleeping rooms: a room used by a single occupant must have at least 70 square feet, while a room shared by multiple occupants must provide at least 50 square feet per person. The rule is designed to prevent overcrowding in residential sleeping spaces. Violations of this standard are subject to penalties as outlined in § 152.199 of the Housing Code.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under Hamden Ch. 152 § 152.91, compliant operators ensure that no sleeping room is rented or made available to a single occupant with less than 70 square feet of floor space, and that shared sleeping rooms provide at least 50 square feet per occupant. Property managers typically document room dimensions and track occupancy levels to confirm ongoing compliance with these minimums. Penalties for non-compliance are governed by § 152.199, making routine verification of sleeping-room configurations a standard part of property management practice.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Hamden Ch. 152 § 152.91 gives occupants a right to sleeping rooms that meet specific size minimums — at least 70 square feet for a solo occupant or 50 square feet per person in a shared room. Tenants who believe their sleeping quarters fall below these thresholds may consider documenting the room's dimensions and raising the violation with local housing code enforcement authorities. Consulting a tenant-rights organization can help clarify what remedies or complaint processes may be available under § 152.199 and the broader Hamden Housing Code.
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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