Registration and Inspection Now Required for Rental Properties
The following is an outline of the recently adopted ordinance (Ordinance 2007-02) that requires registration of all residential rental properties and the inspection of those properties prior to any new rental. You may pick up a copy of the ordinance in its entirety at the clerks office, call the clerk’s office if you would like a copy mailed to you, or download a copy from the town web site.
- Statement Required – Every owner of premises used for residential rental property must file a statement with the South Hackensack Building Department. This statement, “Rental Property Registration Form” should be filed immediately with the current owner/tenant(s) information.
- Certificate of Inspection is required for all residential rental property prior to a new rental or lease.
- Fee for Certificate of Inspection: $50 inspection, $10 re-inspection
- Fee for Smoke Detector/Carbon Monoxide/Fire Extinguisher Compliance (Required by the Uniform Fire Safety Act): $25
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
- Do I need to file the Statement (Rental Property Registration Form) for a property even if it is a one-family home?
Yes, if you are the owner of a home that you rent, whether you rent one unit or more, whether you live there or not, you must complete the statement and return it to the township. - Is an inspection required at this time?
An inspection is required prior to a new tenant moving in. You do not need an inspection if tenants already occupy the unit; however you are required to complete and submit the Rental Property Registration Form. - Is there a fee to file the Rental Property Registration Form?
No, there is no fee to file the required form. There is a fee for a Certificate of Inspection and Smoke Detector/Carbon Monoxide/Fire Extinguisher Compliance (required by Uniform Fire Safety Act), which is required prior to every new tenant occupancy. - How shall I arrange for an inspection of the rental unit(s) that I own?
Applications for Certificate of Inspection may be obtained from the Building Department between 9 a.m. and 4 p.m. Monday through Friday; Tuesday & Thursday evenings between 5:30 p.m. and 6:30 p.m. Upon filing of an application and the appropriate fee, an inspection will be scheduled by the Building Department. You may contact the Building Department by calling 201-440-1815 ext. 106 or 120.