this is a specific need you have and maybe there are attorneys here on BP in NY that can help, but having worked with jurisdictions before - with it being early december - these officials do not move very quickly so hopes of closing before year end could be complicated.

I would also ask about your area specifically about how it is covered.

Not every lot will allow you to STR even though sevier county and the city propers do have specific zoning that allows it so you don't have to worry about them ever rescinding that right. 

My main focus is long-term rentals, section 8 rentals to be more specific.

No, more specifically deals found through networking with local real estate professionals, finding pocket listings, direct mail, etc.

PMLs exist, there's zillions of them, real estate investors work with them every day and PMLs fill a need and have a role to play as a specific tools for a specific situation.See if you can put a sharper point on your question.Mike Thanks for this Mike! 

He had specifically said he’s okay with the north fencing and knows its to keep the homeless campers out, and who the police are very slow to remove.

Raising rent by a specific percentage isn't a very accurate way of handling this.

Unfortunately, researching websites doesn't give me clear, straightforward answers that, yes, they have expertise in this particular real estate strategy.I'm specifically looking for attorneys in RI, MA and FL.

Rent control laws are market specific.