Local Legislation - House Hacking in Roanoke, VA

[Keith Goepfert]

I'm in the process of closing on my first ever home purchase in the City of Roanoke. As the title suggests, I'll be living there, while renting out the bottom portion for income. I want to make sure I'm acting in accordance with the local government's legislation, but I'm having trouble making sense of all of the information I'm finding on https://www.roanokeva.gov/.

How do investors usually navigate legislation requirements when starting renting in a new city? Is it time for me to seek an attorney or other real estate professional? If so, I'll gladly accept recommendations.

Thanks!