§ 14.12.370. Floor area.

Every dwelling unit shall have at least one room which shall have not less than 150 square feet of floor area. Other habitable rooms except kitchens shall have an area of not less than 70 square feet. Where more than two persons occupy a room used for sleeping purposes the required floor area shall be increased at the rate of 50 square feet for each occupant in excess of two.

EXCEPTION: Nothing in this section shall prohibit the use of an efficiency living unit within an apartment house meeting the following requirements:

1.

The unit shall have a living room of not less than 220 square feet of superficial floor area. An additional 100 square feet of superficial floor area shall be provided for each occupant of such unit in excess of two.

2.

The unit shall be provided with a separate closet.

3.

The unit shall be provided with a kitchen sink, cooking appliance and refrigeration facilities each having a clear working space of not less than 30 inches in front. Light and ventilation conforming to this code shall be provided.

4.

The unit shall be provided with a separate bathroom containing a water closet, lavatory, and bathtub or shower.

(Ord. 5363 § 18, 1978; Ord. 4729 § 5.03(b), 1965)