There are some people "real estate consultants" who will give you detailed reports: if they think this is better for a flip, rental, what rents you could get, recommended repairs (not as detailed as an inspection report). 

is really good, but make sure you consult with an investor friendly agent, and you could make the better decision with more clarity. shervinrealtor.com

Consult your risk tolerance before making any real estate purchase decisions.

It seems like it would be a logistical nightmare for all these cities to monitor these illegal units.

I have a phone consult with a tax attorney cpa tomorrow, hoping to determine capital gains if we sell but wanted to get some thoughts first. 

I would consult a real estate lawyer since I am not one. 

I recommend that you consult with a tax accountant specializing in real estate taxation.

I would find an accredited land consultant and ask them to advise you.  

Thanks for monitoring posts to ensure new investors are working with legitimate operators.

If you don't already have a preferred 1031 intermediary to work with, we'd be happy to give you a free consult whenever you're closer to making a decision.