and build an accessory dwelling unit (ADU) on  Prop 2 which would generate about $2400/month gross rental income, bringing that property's income to $6,000/month.

:-D well you know BP we are all suppose to share our secrets to success.. well I share a few but not nearly all..

Humans, man, they'll game the system.

TIME AND DATE TO VACATE PROPERTY: If the real estate is an owner-occupied single family dwelling, unless otherwise provided by law, the date on or before which the unit owners must vacate the property if the lien is not reinstated under section 580.30 or the property is not redeemed under section 580.23 is 11:59 p.m. on November 23, 2019.

There's a strong demographic of folks who are into publications like Dwell, Archdaily, Treehugger, etc. that are very interested in modular/prefab construction and in some cases that fact alone can lead to quite a bit of buzz especially around new development. 

I have a lot of learning to do, but my main interest is multi-family dwellings, commercial spaces in the future, possible vacation rentals and/or trailer parks. 

They’re telling him his garage is too large as an independent dwelling.

they considered it a dwelling unit and can qualify for opting out of VRLTA VA 225-55.01 if they expressively write it in the lease.

Would anyone have any advice or resources on getting started in a new city if my goal is to owner occupy a multi-unit dwelling (budget: ~175k)?

I think human nature tends to be generally content and not look to move out until asked. 2.