Set backs are not proper, one water meter serves both properties, and sewer for one runs under the other house.I know I'm in for something close to $50K in engineering and filing fees to do this, but my question is: is anyone familiar with engineering /architecture firms here that are pros as far as getting this done, ie, it's what they do? 

I intend to have a structural engineer out to inspect the place as well as other various professionals to ensure the building is in decent shape.

It depends on campus... for a big campus, you can be 5 minutes from the Engineering building and 20 minutes from the Medical Campus......that’s my case and I have renters anywhere from a 5 min to 20 min walk from different parts of campus they may need to get to.

Ok....The house was cruddy, the garage contained this (1955 Ford Fairlane) Original engine and authentic 1955 license plate. 

It's critical to start with the end in mind and reverse engineer.

I have personally witnessed an engineer and teacher spouse try to claim real estate professional status and fail even though they had significant time... major stumbling block is 1 hour more than 50% of W2 or 1099 hours.

The engineers at ReVision will help you calculate what approach will make the most sense for you.Also, if you have hard water, I'd strongly recommend AGAINST tankless water heaters.

Any recommendations for the best structural engineers in Indiana?

@Cheryl Vargas What search engine did you use? 

But if you're currently buying 1-2 per month consistently you've got a great engine going.