Habitable Room


Definition of "Habitable room"

Karin Turner
Karin Turner CENTURY 21 North Shore

Room that is fit for living in. the building in which the room is located conforms with the building code and has a certificate of occupancy. Usable for all purposes, but does not include facility rooms such as a bathroom, closets, or storage rooms.

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