I'm doing research for a potential Air BnB property in the Covington area.

Unless you have some super air tight triple pane windowed studio with 8” thick walls you need something else.

Central air system is still the standard but I've been seeing an uptick in mini-splits in higher end properties over the past few years. 

Just because people gotta eat doesn't mean any place selling hot food will do well. 

Operators were required to collect a 9% city HOT and a 1.75% Bexar County HOT from guests.

But, it will be too late for some.Those who recognize that we are more than DNA and body parts will take themselves more seriously.Putting air into a basketball that has a hole in it will keep the ball inflated only as long as the air going in is faster than the air coming out.

I just retired from the Air Force.

The trick is to identify properties that:✅ Are zoned for a different use than their current function✅ Have unused air rights or development potential✅ Contain excess square footage that can be repurposed✅ Have grandfathered zoning conditions that allow for unique uses✅ Have expired or open permits that need corrective filings📌 Example:A vacant warehouse in an upzoned area could be converted into loft apartments, creative office space, or a retail complex without new construction.🚨 Red Flag:❌ Zoning restrictions can block your plans – Always check zoning codes before making a purchase.Step 2: Leverage Zoning Loopholes & Variances 🏗️NYC has strict zoning laws, but experienced investors know how to work within the system to unlock hidden value.✅ Use Air Rights Transfers – If a neighboring property hasn’t used its full air rights, you may be able to purchase development rights to expand your building.✅ Apply for a Zoning Variance – If strict zoning laws prevent a conversion, you may be able to petition for an exception.✅ Convert Commercial to Residential (or Vice Versa) – Some buildings were originally zoned differently and may qualify for easier conversion approvals.✅ Use the Loft Law for Live-Work Spaces – NYC’s Loft Law allows for legal conversions of industrial spaces into residential units.📌 Example:A four-story office building in a changing neighborhood might qualify for a Live-Work Conversion under NYC’s zoning code—allowing residential units without major rezoning.🚨 Red Flag:❌ Not all variances are approved – You’ll need a strong case, and public opposition can kill a zoning request.Step 3: Expedite Permits & Secure Necessary Approvals ✅Once you’ve identified an underutilized property, the next challenge is navigating NYC’s permit system.✅ Hire an Architect for Feasibility Studies – Before making an offer, ensure the property can legally be adapted to a new use.✅ Work with a Permit Expediter – NYC’s approval process is slow; an expediter helps fast-track applications and avoid common rejection issues.✅ Check for Open Permits & Violations – Many older buildings have expired or missing permits that must be closed out before redevelopment.✅ Clear Environmental or FDNY Compliance Issues – If a building has fire hazards or hazardous materials, you may need extra approvals before repurposing it.📌 Example:A vacant hotel with open violations could be repositioned as micro-apartments or extended-stay rentals after clearing DOB issues.🚨 Red Flag:❌ Trying to bypass permit requirements – Cutting corners leads to Stop Work Orders and costly fines.Step 4: Secure Financing with the Right Strategy 💰Innovative projects often don’t fit traditional lending models.

The fan blows the air from one location up and out of the house.  

I think what they are looking for are those that are using an LLC they made up out of thin air.