Certificate of Occupancy
/ˈsɜːrtɪfɪkət əv ˈɒkjʊpənsi/
Definitions
- (n.) An official document issued by a local government certifying that a building complies with applicable building codes and is safe for occupancy.
Before moving in, they obtained a certificate of occupancy from the city.
Forms
- certificate of occupancy
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Commentary
Typically issued after final inspections, the certificate of occupancy confirms legal use and safety compliance of a structure.
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