"Investing strategies" and to really understand strategies you have to know what is being strategized, what parts or elements you are trying to move or manipulate to a desired outcome.None of that touches on laws and regulations. 

Big difference.Know who regulates the water and waterfront and know the regulations, look closely at environmental issues like a septic tank!

So, the question is moot.In a traditional IRA, there is an element of "intent" involved.

Say it's a C-store, to sell it, you'll need to be able to explain things like traffic count, environmental requirements, burried gas tanks and liners, as an existing business you'll need to interpret financial statements, understand inventory turn over, beer licenses and distributorship agreements for gas.

Thoughts and experiences battling the elements?

It is no worse or no better than many of the others.Just because it isn't black does not mean that you don't need to respect it and be cautious when removing it.Travis WestCIEC (Certified Indoor Environmental Consultant)MAC0325 (Licensed Mold Assessment Consultant, Texas Department of State Health Services)

There has been much research on Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design and the benefits of community working together!

The site and neighborhood may not be subject to serious adverse environmental conditions, natural or manmade, such as dangerous walks or steps; instability; flooding, poor drainage, septic tank back-ups or sewage hazards; mudslides; abnormal air pollution, smoke or dust; excessive noise, vibration or vehicular traffic; excessive accumulations of trash; vermin or rodent infestation; or fire hazards.

It's currently in final revisions of its environmental impact report. 

I think a critical element that I'm currently knee deep in trying to figure out for myself is making that key connection that can be your window into the process first hand, and offering a piece of the deal in exchange for that one on one support is a fantastic idea.