My question involves real estate located in the State of: New Jersey
Hi,
I rent a room in my house (a multi family unit), the room has its own entry and bathroom but it also maintains connection to the rest of the house. I didn't make any changes to the house, in fact it is the same as when i bought it. A neighbor complained of an illegal apartment and the city inspectors came over and gave me fine for "illegal occupancy". My question is this: what's the meaning of illegal occupancy? Don’t i have the right to rent a room as long as i comply with the building codes? Does it mean that only family members can live in an apartment and there's a non family member it becomes illegal?
Thanks...

