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.

I reside on one side and I Airbnb the other.

Investment Info:Single-family residence buy & hold investment in Beacon Falls.

you mention you are overseas quite a bit, but maybe you could still have a primary residence with a primary residence loan.