What is the minimum height and surface area of a dwelling to rent? - For rent
Verified 21 mars 2025 - Directorate for Legal and Administrative Information (Prime Minister)
A rental unit must respect a minimum surface area. This is one of the criteria for decent housing.
The dwelling must include at least 1 main room having:
- 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 of at least 20 m³.
Warning
Departmental health regulations may impose more restrictive conditions.
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