Obtaining Zoning Variance in West Deptford New Jersey

[Colin Hilk]

Hello Bigger Pockets Community!

I recently purchased a split level home with an ADU to live-in renovate with the goal of BRRRRing. While beginning the process I realized the split levels could accommodate two separate units. The first barrier I am concerned about is the zoning, I expect I will need to obtain a zoning variance. Does anyone have any experience going through this process?

I plan to call the zoning officer on Monday, but everything I know has just been from web articles. It would be great if anyone could share advice, or stories of doing something similar.

The property is currently zoned R-3 Residence with the township, but the property record card I got from the county has the property Type/Use listed as 2 Family...

[Richard Loniewski]

Just call or visit the zoning office and explain the situation and what plans are, usually they will give you all the info you need, every town is different so speaking to zoning official in the town is the best way to go.