Adam P. Cooper's blog

Landlords are often faced with the issue of tenants who allow an excessive number of people to occupy their apartments. Often these are family members, friends, and minors. The overcrowding can include bunk beds and the like. “Overcrowding” is governed by the Multiple Dwelling Law (MDL) and the Housing Maintenance Code (HMC). MDL § 31(6)(A) provides that, except in class B dwellings and dormitories, no room shall be occupied for sleeping purposes by more than two adults.