Rochester, Minn., Code of Ordinances § 7 § 7-5-16
Room area (Rochester Housing Code)
Operative Text
Every single dwelling or apartment must contain at least 150 square feet of floor area for the first occupant thereof and at least 100 additional square feet of floor area for every additional occupant thereof. Floor space must be calculated on the basis of total habitable room area.
Rochester, Minn., Code of Ordinances § 7 § 7-5-16 establishes minimum floor area requirements for residential dwellings and apartments. The first occupant must have at least 150 square feet of habitable floor space, with each additional occupant requiring at least 100 more square feet. Only habitable room area counts toward this calculation, meaning non-livable spaces such as closets or utility areas are excluded.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under Rochester, Minn., Code of Ordinances § 7 § 7-5-16, compliant property operators calculate total habitable room area before determining the maximum number of occupants permitted in each unit. A unit with 150 square feet of habitable space accommodates one occupant, and operators add 100 square feet per additional occupant when setting occupancy limits. Keeping documentation of each unit's habitable square footage helps demonstrate compliance during inspections or code enforcement reviews.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Rochester, Minn., Code of Ordinances § 7 § 7-5-16 gives occupants a basis to evaluate whether their dwelling meets the minimum space standards set by the city. If a unit appears to fall short of the 150-square-foot baseline for one person or the additional 100 square feet per extra occupant, tenants may consider contacting Rochester's code enforcement office to request an inspection. Tenant-rights organizations in the Rochester area can also help residents understand how this provision applies and what general options exist for raising a potential violation.
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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