Converting a single family to multi-family

[Andy Thoman]

There is a house I am interested in making an offer on. However, before I do, I would like to know how difficult it is to convert it to a multi-family home.

For starters, I already looked it up, and its zoned as multi-family. So would I be forced to convert it if I bought it?

What all needs to be done to convert it? Obviously, each needs a kitchen and bathroom. How do I get different utilities hooked up for each? How do I get it registered as two different addresses? etc.

What can I do myself and what do I need to outsource?