I would hate to be a resident and have issues every summer. 

The key is to allocate expenses proportionally between your primary residence and the rental units.

For example, suppose your primary residence, rental properties, and employment are all in the same area.

Does anybody have a good workaround for city ordinance restricting more than five unrelated occupants in a single-family residence?  

While opinions may vary, I rely on data to help drive real estate decisions and planning.Key ConsiderationsEducational Attainment: 77008 boasts higher numbers of residents with bachelor's (12,241) and master's degrees (5,739) compared to 77063.Demographics: 77063 has a higher percentage of foreign-born residents (41.02%) which typically indicates a strong rental market and with 76.86% renter-occupied versus 32.60% in 77008.Economic Factors: Median income in 77008 is $140,609 with a low unemployment rate of 3.37%, whereas 77063 shows lower median income ($51,899), higher unemployment (9.99%), and more families below the poverty level (16.51%), which may indicate economic diversity but also potential rental payment risks​​.Age Distribution: 77008 has more middle-aged residents (35-54) [8970 compared to 6,115] and a slightly higher proportion of young adults (25-34) compared to 77063 but both are popular with younger adults suggesting strong rental markets equally exist.Housing Market: 77008 features a higher percentage of family households (52.39%) and married-couple families (44.77%), suggesting stability and potential for property appreciation.Digital Advertising Demand: Houston Heights apartments (77008): 50,000 average monthly searches.

Currently, I own a single-family home that serves as my primary residence.

Investment Info:Single-family residence other investment.

Are they putting down money as a down payment and do they have a primary residence they realize they could also lose if they do not pay you (depends on state). 

This creates long-term stability, as residents tend to stay longer.

Investment Info:Single-family residence fix & flip investment.