I still don't like it, especially not now, but I see it for what it's worth and use it appropriately.

In fact, according to a recent study, regulation “imposed by all levels of government accounts for an average of 40.6 % of development costs (NAHB, O’Leary).”

In our fiat system, supply is regulated by the Fed, and printed by the Treasury.

I think the major branches of STR that owners need to know are -Financing, Market Research (you technically have it already in Cape Coral), Property Selection (what makes good STRs, regulations, analyzing, etc.), Designing and Furnishing (amenities, design, theme, linens, etc), and operating (Insurance, Property management or self-management, Tech & Tools, Cleaners & handy people, etc)All of these could be covered depending on who you work with that can cover each topic. 

Or maybe someone else can answer it appropriately.

There's a very good chance the issue(s) you face have already been discussed and answered.Ask questions in the appropriate forum.

SC Coastal towns have gotten very strict with licensing, regulating, and permitting for STRs.

But whether renting or selling is appropriate I think depends a lot on your overall financial situation and your goals.

You're treading in RESPA-infested waters there and these are federal, not state regulations.Referral fees for ANY closing services on residential loans are strictly prohibited under RESPA regulations. 

Every county has different requirements, such as minimum square footage for rooms; maximum number of occupants, hallway sizes (If there will be residents in wheelchairs); and safety regulations which are usually different that owner-occupied homes (for example- Interior fire sprinkler systems).  2.