How to add a unit to a multifamily property

[Christian Hilbrich]

My 3- unit multifamily property is zoned for small multifamily use (RT-4). The property currently has 2 residential units and 1 commercial unit on the first floor. I want to convert the commercial unit into a residential unit but I don’t know how to go about getting a permit to do so?

The finished rehabbed unit that qualifies with 2 forms of egress, a closet and window in each bedroom and 7x7 minimum sqft in the bedroom.

Is it necessary to get a permit before the conversion starts? Or can I show them