New construction codes would require the construction of a house that is more resistant to high winds and will have a new roof.   

If your knowledge of construction is low, you'd otherwise be relying on the GC to do everything correct w/ a reasonable level of quality (inspectors just look for minimal code compliance).   

Wynwood we have a site identified and little river has a million great deals unbelievable zip code. 33138 and 33150 two of the best zips east of 95 right now and north Beach too. we focus on density and multi 

A CSLB-issued license is required for all construction-related work that costs $500 or more in combined labor and materials.Thirteen of the 18 suspects were cited for contracting without a license (Business and Professions Code section 7028).

These are professionals with additional training and a stricter code of ethics.

First, I thought about renting it out to a church, but looking at tax code I think it would be better to flip to a church.

I looked at tampa but it's more of a suburban market. miami has over 21 zip codes you can go up to 8 stories in because of the affordable housing issues and it is the only city in Texas and florida in the top 10 most affordable housing needs ranked by city. it's not even close. 

Gov’t Code 6254.16(f).

Also, because of code issues, the unit can't rent as a larger 2 bdr. on two floors so is still a garage + studio/small 1bdr, so the whole point of a doing a larger rehab was pointless.

AND The landlord notified the tenant in writing that the tenancy is not subject to the “just cause” and rent increase limitations as specifically described in Civil Code Sections 1946.2(e)(8)(B)(i) and 1947.12(d)(5)(B)(i).