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Illegal basement dwelling found without permits, North Bergen NJ

Fire & Arson

Reported: 10/3/2025 07:37 AM

Near 90th St, North Bergen, NJ 07047

Fire prevention responded to a basement with illegal construction and an unpermitted dwelling. The building inspector and owner were notified. Tenants were informed. There was evidence of past plumbing leaks but no active issues at the time.

Audio|Source: Wallington Fire Dept & Mutual Aid

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Transcript:

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fire prevention was on scene in regards to an illegal dwelling in the basement.

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The building inspector was notified in regards to construction being done in the basement. No permits.

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We spoke to the owner on scene.

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Fire prevention is going to follow up on Monday.

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All the tenants were advised. Fire departments available, command will be terminated. Stop.

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Location mentioned:

Near 90th St, North Bergen, NJ 07047

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Comments ⸱ 1

Like that's the Only Place!!!!!! Inspectors should be driving around checking especially when they see Construction 🚧 Van's Parked in front of houses!!!! So Far I've seen like 4 houses with NO PERMITS!!!! And they do Construction on Weekends cause No one works to check it out.

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