I've also networked with investors, construction management companies where I invest out of state (Indianapolis) via Zoom office hours, directly contacting property management companies. 

The private funding source STOPPED funding the project while construction was going on.

Plus they are just lovely to work with.And yes a 15 year veteran in both residential and commercial construction, we pull permits. 

Start talking to local lenders and see what kind of products they have for construction/ rehab loans.

Which makes him odds on bet to be a “bad” (no pay - late pay) tenant2.

The tenants know the mini split is their best bet for controlling temp on their side, but they do not want to not pay for the energy to run it and would prefer the gas gets used (gas is included in their lease.) 

There are plenty of guys out there who have connections to help you find a construction crew.

I would say, your best bet is to reach out to property management groups in your investment area that specializes in section 8.

This isn't really that earth shattering, just kind of annoying.The title insurer will usually require the scope of work and any lien waivers to issue certain endorsements required by lenders for recently rehabbed/constructed properties.Permits are all public record anyway - and often double checked by the appraiser.So - while it is kind of annoying, a lot of this work is already required to complete the transaction anyway.Just my thoughts.

You best bet is to contact a realtor, and have them run comps (most will do it for free).