Tuckahoe, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 12 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 12-90
Required space in sleeping rooms
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In every dwelling unit of two or more habitable rooms, every room occupied for sleeping purposes by one occupant shall have a minimum gross floor area of at least 70 square feet. Every room occupied for sleeping purposes by more than one occupant shall have a minimum gross floor area of 50 square feet per occupant thereof. Kitchens shall not be used for sleeping purposes.
Tuckahoe, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 12 § 12-90 establishes minimum floor-area requirements for sleeping rooms in dwelling units that contain two or more habitable rooms. A room used for sleeping by a single person must be at least 70 square feet, while a room shared by multiple sleepers must provide at least 50 square feet for each person using it. The provision also flatly prohibits using a kitchen as a sleeping space, regardless of its size.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Operators of rental properties in Tuckahoe subject to ch. 12 § 12-90 generally ensure that any room designated or rented for sleeping meets the applicable floor-area minimums before a tenant takes occupancy. Compliant landlords document room dimensions, confirm that single-occupant sleeping rooms reach the 70-square-foot threshold, and verify that multi-occupant rooms provide at least 50 square feet per person. Kitchens are kept strictly off-limits as sleeping quarters, and lease terms or occupancy arrangements that would place a sleeper in a kitchen are avoided.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Tuckahoe, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 12 § 12-90 gives tenants a basis to raise concerns if a sleeping room falls below the required minimums or if a landlord expects a kitchen to serve as a sleeping area. Tenants who believe their unit does not meet these space standards may contact the Village of Tuckahoe's code enforcement or building department to request an inspection. Tenant-rights organizations familiar with Westchester County housing codes can also help residents understand what options are generally available when a dwelling does not comply with these requirements.
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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