Hillside, MT · Union County
Application for Certificate of Habitability
Property owners or designated representatives use this application to request a Certificate of Habitability for a Hillside dwelling unit before it is rented.
What this form is
This application requests a Certificate of Habitability for a dwelling unit in Hillside. It asks for the property, owner, superintendent, and adult tenant information, and requires floor plans showing room designations and dimensions plus the current lease agreement. The applicant represents that the unit is ready for inspection; the form also notes a $100 registration fee per unit and that fees and inspections must be current before the certificate is issued.
Who needs it
An owner or designated representative seeking a Certificate of Habitability for a Hillside dwelling unit should complete and submit this application.
How to submit it
Submit the application to the Department of Building & Housing at 1409 Liberty Avenue, Hillside, NJ 07205. The form lists a $100 registration fee per unit, payable by cash, check, money order, or credit card.
About notarization
This application is signed and dated without a notary; its signature block certifies that the statements are true and correct under penalty of perjury.
How to submit this form
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Download the Application
Download the Certificate of Habitability application PDF.
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Complete the Application
Fill in the property, owner, superintendent, and tenant information, then sign and date the application.
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Gather Required Documents
Include floor plans showing each room, floor, designation, and dimensions, along with the current lease agreement.
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Submit to the Township
Submit the application and attachments to the Department of Building & Housing at 1409 Liberty Avenue, Hillside, NJ 07205.
Frequently asked questions
- What does the Certificate of Habitability application ask for?
- It requests property, owner, superintendent, and adult tenant details. Applicants must also provide floor plans showing rooms and dimensions, along with the current lease agreement.
- Do I need a notary for the Certificate of Habitability application?
- No. The application has a signature and date block, with a certification that statements are true and correct under penalty of perjury; it does not require a notary.
- How do I submit the Certificate of Habitability application?
- Submit it to Hillside's Department of Building & Housing at 1409 Liberty Avenue, Hillside, NJ 07205. The form lists a $100 registration fee per unit and accepted payment methods.
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