I purchased a property on long island (town of islip )  when I called national grid to turn the gas on they told ne that since it was inactive for over a year I would have to get a pressure test . additionally It looks like I have to get a permit as well.

The main draws for me were the location, 5 acres of uninterrupted views, and that it had municipal water.If I were to do it again: Well, I love the property so much I'd buy the same but, if I didn't know how much I'd fall in love, I'd get something that was already tied into the electric grid or obviously had been in the past so that I could get permitted electric.

The main draws for me were the location, 5 acres of uninterrupted views, and that it had municipal water.If I were to do it again: Well, I love the property so much I'd buy the same but, if I didn't know how much I'd fall in love, I'd get something that was already tied into the electric grid or obviously had been in the past so that I could get permitted electric.

I should have added, no NOO permits in zones R and RS.

The waitlist for rentals is also 3+ years long and they don't have permits that transfer with new ownership.

Until then no one will know.Unless you tenant tries to add the additional children to the existing occupancy permit.

Of course, getting the income to qualify is a bit tougher; someone just starting out might want to take a house-hack approach, starting with a duplex and adding an ADU later (local laws permitting).

Looks like it was turned into an un-permitted duplex and rented to 4 college boys. 

They were skeptical at first, but after explaining my situation they permitted it.

Just make sure to consult with a couple of septic contractors as well as the local health department or environmental services division of the city or county to make sure you have all permits and fees accounted for.