What is the minimum surface area of a dwelling to rent? - For rent

Verified 29 octobre 2021 - Directorate for Legal and Administrative Information (Prime Minister)

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  • This is a "simple" rental accommodation
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A rental unit must respect a minimum surface area. This is one of the criteria for decent housing.

The housing must have at least one main room with:

  • Let's say one living space of at least 9 m² and a ceiling height of at least 2,20 m
  • Let's say one habitable volume not less than 20 m³

Warning  

departmental health regulations may impose more restrictive conditions.

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  • Telephone administrative information - Allo Public Service

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