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occupancy

1 of 1noun
/ˈɑkjəpənsi/
Forms:occupancies
1

the action of entering, settling into, or claiming control over a building or space, often for residence, use, or ownership

  • The occupancy of the abandoned warehouse was deemed illegal by city officials.
  • Military forces began the occupancy of the compound at dawn.
  • The lease agreement marks the formal start of occupancy by the tenant.
  • Protesters staged the occupancy of the government building to demand reforms.
  • The developer scheduled occupancy of the new apartments for early spring.
2

the state in which a space, building, or property is currently being used or inhabited by people

  • The hotel's occupancy reached 95% during the holiday weekend.
  • Fire regulations limit occupancy to 200 people in the banquet hall.
  • The building was closed due to unauthorized occupancy.
  • Occupancy levels in downtown offices dropped after remote work became widespread.
  • The landlord checked the unit for signs of occupancy before listing it again.
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