People v. Northrop

OPINION OF THE COURT

Jack Mackston, J.

Defendant is charged in two counts with violating section 9-105(1,a) of the Zoning Law of the City of Long Beach, to wit:(1) using premises 173 West Penn Street, located in a one-family zone (though previously granted a two-family variance) for three dwelling units;

• (2) altering the subject premises with intent that it be used for six dwelling units.

The building department having reason to believe illegal alterations were being made and having been denied access to inspect the premises, obtained a search warrant, dated June 27, 1978, and addressed "To any…