Fee Structure & Business License Integration

Rental registration is linked to the Township's Business License Program.

• License fee covers registration for the first rental property.
• Each additional rental property or parcel owned by the same license holder shall require a separate $50. registration fee annually.

Compliance & Inspection

Rental Properties must comply with:

• Zoning Code
• Property Maintenance Code
• State and local health
• Occupancy and use regulations
• Local ordinance

Violations & Enforcement

Examples of Violations:

• Failure to register a rental property
• Operating a rental in a zoning district where not permitted
• Unresolved code violations or unsafe conditions
• False information submitted in registration

Enforcement Actions:

• Written notice of violation with 14-day correction window
• Fines up to $1000.00 per 30 days for unregistered property
• Revocation of business license or registration
• Assessment of unpaid fines to property taxes

Registration Requirements

Property owners must register each rental parcel with Jefferson Township.

Required Information:

Property address and parcel number

• Number and type of rental units
• Owner's full name, mailing address, email, and phone number
• Property manager contact (if applicable)
• Local emergency contact within 50 miles (if applicable)
• Current occupancy status

Registration Timeline:

• Annual renewal deadline: Annually
• Changes in ownership or contact information must be updated within 30 days.