Johnson City, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 166 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 166-27
Floor space requirements in rooms occupied for sleeping purposes
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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 60 square feet of floor space for each occupant thereof.
Johnson City, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 166 § 166-27 establishes minimum floor-space standards for sleeping rooms. A room used by a single occupant must have at least 70 square feet of floor space, while a room shared by two or more people must provide at least 60 square feet per person. These requirements set a baseline for habitable sleeping conditions regardless of the type of residential arrangement.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under § 166-27, compliant operators in Johnson City ensure that every sleeping room meets the applicable square-footage threshold before it is occupied. For single-occupant rooms, that means confirming at least 70 square feet of usable floor space; for multi-occupant rooms, operators verify that each resident has at least 60 square feet. Keeping records of room dimensions and occupancy arrangements can help demonstrate ongoing compliance during inspections.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 166-27 of the Johnson City Code gives occupants a right to sleeping quarters that meet minimum size standards — 70 square feet for a solo occupant or 60 square feet per person in a shared room. If a sleeping room appears to fall below these thresholds, tenants may raise the violation with local housing or code-enforcement authorities or consult a tenant-rights organization for guidance on available options. Documenting room dimensions with photos or measurements can be useful when pursuing any complaint process.
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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