I am in Milwaukee, very hot rental market.Whenever you have an issue like this, think with an XLS and project dollars, for example:- 2 months lost rent: 2 x $2000- 5% lower purchase price: $15,000 

The last you want to do is make an enemy of the firemarshall as they could permanently pull your permit to be able to rent at all.

A lot of issues are much easier and more inexpensive to resolve if you can easily go to the property.

Use a tiered approval process to give them control over larger expenditures while enabling quick resolution of smaller issues.2.Proactive Maintenance: Implement preventative maintenance programs to reduce costly emergency repairs and extend the lifespan of property systems.3.Monthly Reporting: Deliver detailed monthly financial statements that outline expenses, rental income, and ROI performance.By handling their funds with care and providing transparency,  trust is built with owners, ensuring they feel confident in the relationship.Making Tenants Feel HeardHappy tenants are the foundation of long-term occupancy and reduced turnover.

I've also heard it can be a good thing to have some debt against a property because if any issues arise legally, the bank will be the first line of defense. 

There's a good chance the issue(s) you face has already been discussed and answered.Ask questions in the appropriate forum.

https://natlawreview.com/article/texas-federal-court-issues-nationwide-injunction-against-enforcement-corporate“We note this is a preliminary injunction, and we urge reporting companies to pay attention for additional updates and proceedings in this and other cases which could modify or change this order.”

Good thing is they don't have rules about the interior remodeling (except the regular county permitting process).

The Market Context:The area I’m working in is not a large metro but a poorer region where issues like food insecurity affect 14–20% of the population.

@Marcus Auerbach the issue and objection is Federal overreach.