VOICED : The bed is the main room: life in Paris's micro flats

The video discusses the living conditions of Ivan and Victoire, who reside in extremely small apartments in Paris. Ivan, a night security guard, lives in a 73 square foot apartment without a lease, paying over €370 monthly. Despite working two jobs, he cannot find better housing due to low wages and lack of family support. Victoire, originally from Madagascar, lives in an 80 square foot space provided by her former employers. She faces eviction threats and spends most of her time outside. The video highlights the legal challenges in declaring such spaces uninhabitable, which would require authorities to relocate tenants. Changes in the law have made it harder for spaces with windows or skylights to qualify as uninhabitable, prolonging the wait for better housing.

What is the main reason Ivan continues to live in his small apartment?

• He has family nearby.

• He cannot afford a better place.

• He has a lease agreement.

• He enjoys the location.

Why does Victoire spend most of her time outside her apartment?

• She prefers outdoor activities.

• Her apartment is too small.

• She has a garden to tend to.

• She works long hours.

What is the main hope for people living in tiny spaces like Ivan and Victoire?

• To find new jobs with higher salaries.

• To receive financial aid from the government.

• To be declared uninhabitable by the state.

• To have their apartments renovated.

How many homes are declared uninhabitable by the state each year?

• 7000

• 500

• 100

• 50

What change in 2013 affected the qualification of spaces as uninhabitable?

• The process was made faster.

• Only basements are considered.

• Spaces with a window or skylight no longer automatically qualify.

• The size requirement was increased.