Can multiple families live in one house?

If a house has a certificate of occupancy for a single family residence it can not be legally divided. Some homes do have certificates of occupancy that allow for two or three families to legally reside there. Town records must be researched to determine the legal status.

Some homes can legally have an accessory apartment. The house must be owner-occupied and meet other requirements, including the proper applications and approvals from Code Enforcement .

Boarding houses are also permitted for up to two boarders. The boarders must share common areas and kitchen with the main occupants. Bed and breakfasts must have the proper permits. The Building Department reviews application for the conversion. An annual permit is then administered through Public Safety.

https://gis.southamptontownny.gov/SOS/

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1. How do I file a complaint?
2. Am I required to leave my name?
3. Can multiple families live in one house?
4. Can there be bedrooms in basements or attics?
5. Are unregistered vehicles allowed to be parked on residential property? What is a junk vehicle?
6. Can one person make a noise complaint?
7. What are property maintenance complaints? What about litter and garbage?
8. Can a commercial vehicle be parked in the drive way of a private residence?
9. Can I keep a boat on my property?
10. Can a portable basketball hoop be kept in the street?
11. My neighbor's fence is falling down. What can I do?
12. There is a broken or cracked window at a house on my street, is this a code issue?
13. Do pools require fencing? Do you need a pool permit?
14. How do I obtain a rental permit?
15. When is a rental permit required?
16. What do I do if I think my neighbor's house is rented without a permit?
17. Is a building permit required?
18. How do I know if my neighbor has a permit for his pool or shed?
19. A house in my neighborhood burned down. How long do I have to look at it?
20. How do I report overcrowding conditions in a bar or nightclub?
21. How do I report overcrowding in a house?
22. How many vehicles are allowed to be parked at a home?
23. How do I report complaints on clearing violations? Building in wetland?
24. How do I make a complaint against a contractor?
25. How long after a make a complaint will it be until the problem is remedied?
26. Is there a leash law in Southampton Town?
27. What should I do if my neighbors' dog barks while they are not home?