If you add the closet, it is a bedroom and violates Code. So either leave it alone and let the buyer do what they will. Or spend a grand or less and do it properly.

"Non-conforming" (or legal non-conforming) is routinely used with regard to zoning to describe land uses that are grandfathered in. In other words, uses that existed before a particular zoning law was instituted and can continue. Applying that term to building changes (adding a closet) that you have done subsequent to a change in building codes is another matter.

You might want to consult your lawyer for the possible ramifications of using those weasel words in your sales pitch.

This post was edited by worthy on Tue, Dec 4, 12 at 10:37

Thank you. I think we are leaning towards doing it right.

What did you end up doing? We are having literally the exact same dilemma!