Using a Single Family Home as a Multi-Family

[Drew Feutz]

Are there any issues with renting a single family home to multiple families, if the house is equipped to do so? Does the home have to be classified as a multiple family dwelling by the taxing district? Wondering if there are any legal issues with this.

[Johann Jells]

Yes, assuming you've created 2 separate units it's usually a zoning violation at the least. There's likely other occupancy codes too.  Not that I agree with such laws, they're often meant to keep out "undesirables" who are unable to rent a whole house, like minorities and young people. 

[Drew Feutz]

Thank you, @Johann Jells!

[Vinay H.]

Check local ordinances. Sometimes, Additional or accessory  Dwelling Units are allowed but local owner must still occupy the residence.

[Drew Feutz]

@Vinay H. thank you for your response! I have read the zoning rules, but cannot find anything dealing with this.