Legal Question in Real Estate Law in New Jersey
Homeownership Bordentown, NJ
Is it legal to in the state of NJ, Bordentown, NJ (Burlington Cty) to have someone ( a family member) occupy a basement as a bedroom? If not what code does this violate?
Asked on 5/07/07, 8:25 pm
1 Answer from Attorneys
John Corbett
Corbett Law Firm LLC
Re: Homeownership Bordentown, NJ
You will need to refer to the local ordinances to answer this question.
The building code adopted by most jurisdictions specifies that sleeping areas have to have two means of egress that are accessible. That leaves out most basements with small, high windows unless there is also a separate exit door to the outside.
See also: http://info.corbettlaw.net/lawguru.htm
Answered on 5/08/07, 10:40 pm
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