Jackson Township’s Rental Safety Bureau has generated nearly $200,000 while continuing to strengthen enforcement of rental property regulations, according to an update released by Mayor Jennifer Kuhn.

Since the program was launched, inspectors have completed more than 250 rental property inspections, averaging approximately 30 inspections each week. Field inspections are conducted Monday through Thursday, with Fridays reserved for administrative work, reports, and follow-up actions.

The Township has also registered 1,594 rental properties, with each paying the required $100 annual registration fee. Those registrations have generated $159,400 in revenue to support the department. In addition, enforcement efforts have resulted in 75 code violations, with property owners assessed $500 fines, generating another $37,500. Combined, the program has brought in approximately $196,900 to fund its operations.

“Our Rental Safety Bureau was created to protect residents while ensuring that this program pays for itself—not the taxpayers,” Mayor Kuhn said. “With nearly 1,600 registered rental properties and $159,400 generated through registration fees alone, we’re accomplishing exactly what we set out to do.”

Inspection data has also identified several safety concerns throughout the Township. Officials have completed 45 re-inspections, discovered 11 properties containing illegal rooms or unauthorized interior alterations, and identified 34 properties with significant maintenance deficiencies, including mold-related issues. To date, 172 rental properties have successfully passed inspection.

“Our inspectors are finding real issues that affect the health and safety of tenants,” Kuhn said. “Whether it’s illegal living spaces, mold, or neglected property maintenance, we are addressing these problems head-on to improve the quality of housing throughout Jackson Township.”

Mayor Kuhn said the Township will continue conducting inspections and enforcing rental property regulations as part of its ongoing efforts to improve neighborhood quality of life, eliminate illegal rentals, and ensure safe, legal, and well-maintained housing throughout Jackson Township.