Soon the DNS starts issuing fines to the owner, but the collateral damage to the neighborhood is already done.Abundant cash flow is a myth, especially if you invest remote, pay a PM and you are buying 100-year-old buildings with financing.

I suspect he damaged the pan while removing the drain, but it's hard to prove.I would hire another plumber to investigate and see if they can find evidence of damage caused by the first plumber.

I know that pet damage is a big concern for many self-managing landlords.

Would cattle coming onto property that may cause potential damages be a good reason due to gate being open?

I can say she left the place clean other than she violated the lease terms by smoking in it and busted a hole in the air return box.  

Ask for restitution for damages and delays. 

Then the Commission would act according to the ruling...but they can't assign punitive damages.

Further, set a demand for a HUGE amount of damages.  

The roof begun leaking this week and has caused water damage to the ceiling of my unit and I notified the HOA of my issue on Monday.

Why pay $2,000 more and then run the risk of damaging the kitchen table or spilling wine on your white chair and having to pay for a replacement?