This is a single family residence. The basement has been known to be completely finished for, at least, 15 years. Before we initiate our investigation, what evidence do you have to share that would indicate an illegal use of this basement as an apartment?

This apartment seems to be used for transitional housing. This is not the first couple to move in. Over the past few years several couples (even some with infants) have come and gone. AND, this has been reported by others previously but not investigated. Again, I say this is a safety issue, due to the way this apartment is accessed. Will you wait until someone is hurt (or worse) before investigating? If I say how I know this is going on I will no longer be anonymous and I don't want retaliation. Can't an issue be presented without compromising one's identity? I understand a public forum but I think there should be ways of reporting privately. If this can't be done, then close the case and hope for the best.

I am having the same issue at where I live the landlord son lives there and there has been other people living there before him. And I just found out last month by PSEG that the Gas is connected to my meter so I have been paying it for the past 4 years I been living there. When I mentioned it to the landlord she took it out of my name this month and gave me notice to vacant. Ain't that nice.

I think she can if she wants to have herself or family member live in the house.

sorry for you, but maybe you will find something nicer

Smartins, be sure to take a look at your lease. Not sure about giving you notice to vacate unless your lease term is about to expire. Even so, I believe she has to give you at least 30-60 days notice if she does not intend to renew your lease. If you're no where near that amount of time, perhaps you may want to consult with an attorney; it may be illegal for her to tell you to vacate just because you mentioned to her about the gas bill issue. I may be wrong, but it doesn't hurt to look into it. In any event, Naj is right, you may be able to find something nicer with no billing issues. Good luck. :-)

Jcrawford I just got a letter from her yesterday giving me 60 days. Since she's supposely the one moving in she can do that. But it's ok God don't like ugly. I'm hoping that I find something soon. Thank you :)

Please go to the CCE office at 410 Kearny Ave and file a formal compliant in writing with proof of rent being paid.

I called about this and I was told to do the complaint on here. Now I am being told to do something else a month later.

Smartins, sorry to hear that, but you are right, God don't like ugly. Good luck in your search!

Our inspector was physically there, and inspected the premises in person, to determine if the complaint is warranted on 4/2/15. The basement is (2) mostly unfinished areas used for storage only. There is a bathroom, but no kitchen or sleeping arrangements noted at this time. Issue closed.