Great Neck Plaza, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 124 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 124-8
Maximum occupancy
Operative Text
A. In dwelling units other than those in specialized senior housing facilities and hotels, the maximum number of occupants shall be limited to the number determined on the basis of the floor areas of habitable rooms, other than kitchens, as follows: (1) One occupant per room having floor area of at least 80 square feet but less than 120 square feet, two occupants per room having floor area of at least 120 square feet but less than 180 square feet, and three occupants per room having floor area of 180 or more square feet. B. The maximum occupancy of dwelling units in specialized senior housing facilities shall be determined in accordance with § 225-77F of the Village Code or as specified in the conditional use permit issued to such facility. C. The maximum occupancy of dwelling units in a hotel shall be determined in accordance with § 225-77E of the Code, or, if no determination has been made under that section, in accordance with § 124-8A above.
Great Neck Plaza Code § 124-8 sets a tiered formula for how many people may legally occupy a dwelling unit, based on the floor area of each habitable room (excluding kitchens). A room between 80 and 119 square feet may house one occupant, a room between 120 and 179 square feet may house two, and a room of 180 or more square feet may house three. Specialized senior housing facilities and hotels follow separate standards referenced in other sections of the Village Code or in applicable permits.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under § 124-8, compliant operators calculate the maximum permitted occupancy of each dwelling unit by measuring the floor area of every habitable room other than kitchens and applying the tiered formula set out in the provision. Operators of specialized senior housing facilities should also consult § 225-77F of the Village Code and any applicable conditional use permit, while hotel operators should refer to § 225-77E. Maintaining accurate room-dimension records and ensuring lease terms or occupancy agreements reflect the calculated limits are practices generally associated with compliance.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 124-8 establishes a floor-area-based ceiling on how many people a landlord may lawfully permit—or restrict—in a dwelling unit, which can be relevant if a tenant believes an occupancy limit being applied to them is inconsistent with the room sizes in their unit. Tenants who believe an occupancy determination is being applied incorrectly may consider raising the provision as a point of inquiry with the Village of Great Neck Plaza or consulting a tenant-rights organization familiar with New York housing law. Keeping a record of room measurements and any written communications about occupancy limits can be useful background when exploring available options under § 124-8.
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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