1. the state of being occupied or lived in; instances of occupation
Usage: plural of occupancy
2. the number of people occupying a space or building
Usage: often used in legal or regulatory contexts

Examples

• The hotel tracks occupancies throughout the year to plan staffing.
• Maximum occupancies are posted in each conference room.
• Building occupancies must comply with fire safety regulations.
• The apartment complex reported high occupancies during summer months.
• Emergency exits are designed based on expected occupancies.
• Multiple occupancies in the same building require separate permits.