@Jerry Hasts @Ivan Shao Good luck with the UC rent control and building department, to answer your questions, in UC 4+ is rent control and Even if they leave you can only raise the rent a couple of % (if the building is not registered then you have some wiggle room.

The fact that a third meter is present is a plus as well.While I understand the zoning department is where this opportunity will ultimately thrive/die, I was hoping to connect with a contractor that has experience dealing with zoning changes and permits required in the area. 

Dear BP community,There are some agencies which help the section 8 tenants to pay their security deposits ( at lease here in Philadelphia, PA).Who supports those agencies?

Ask the Planning department. 

If so, I would check with your local zoning department.

Dear BP-Community,my rental property in Lufkin, TX is currently vacant and needs a little bit of work, especially some fresh paint.Can you recommend a handyman, contractor or painter who offers fair prices and does good work?

Because the property is probably worth more to me than anyone else, someone who just wants to own it and has more resources than me is going to pay dearly for it.

Department of Housing and Urban Development.

I talked to the local police department precinct involved in the area and the officer thought the right owner could raise the bar for the neighborhood and that the crime they investigate are the usual domestic disturbances or the occasional car break-in and that the neighborhood is pretty good. 

Dear all,I just joined the BiggerPockets community and very excited about it.