Property Management

A NJ property manager discovers that a tenant is operating an unlicensed business out of a residential unit. The manager should:

AIgnore the situation as it is not the manager's concern
BNotify the owner immediately and take appropriate action per the lease terms, including potentially seeking eviction for violation of lease use restrictions✓ Correct
CReport only to the NJREC
DAllow it if the tenant pays on time

Explanation

Operating a business in a residential unit may violate the lease's residential-use clause and local zoning ordinances. The property manager must inform the owner and enforce the lease provisions, which may include commencing eviction proceedings.

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