Using Duplex as Quadplex

[John Friendas]

I have a property zoned as a duplex that is basically a quadplex, it is one big old house. It can't be rezoned and is not grandfathered I asked and I know there could be zoning issues. There is functionally enough space and parking. I need it to work as a quadplex so moving forward, I would appreciate not getting warning posts about zoning.

Should I rent it as 2 units and put people on the same lease but keep their residences separate with a door that can just stay locked or something?

Should I rent it room by room while keeping the residences separate?

What do I do about mail?

Thanks!

[John Friendas]

Quote from @Max Ferguson:

First and foremost, where are you located?

Here in Co Springs that would probably work by renting out rooms with individual leases. We also have "AFS" or "accessory family Structures" that are not quite ADU's but are separate units. Depending on where you are at maybe being able to designate one of the units as that would save you.

Personally I would call your local investment guru agent or property manager and see what you can do. With no bearing on local laws it's a little hard to advise in this scenario but someone local should have an answer or workaround for you!

Good luck and let us know how it goes!

 Ohio, ADUs wouldn't work and it could not be zoned properly as normal units. It is legally a 2 unit and can only be used as that but I'm wanting to look for workarounds/subletting or creative leases. Things like a kitchenette and maybe a shared washer/dryer but with locked doors.