Until there is a process in place to quickly evict and punish problem tenants, and ensure that their bad behavior follows them, landlords will continue to do what's best for them!

"Violations fall under this state law reference: Unlawful posting of advertisements G.S.14-145, which if the charge sticks, results in a Class 3 misdemeanor.

If a landlord is willing to meet the bare minimum by law/code without going above and beyond because that's the only way they can turn a profit, should they be punished for that or does that make them a subpar landlord?

The first is a patron, the last a punisher.

May I also mention "amnesty for existing illegals, with a fine or some other reasonable punishment"?

Rich changing the locks in MA (self-help eviction) is a criminal offense punishable by up to 6 months in prison and up to a $300 fine.

"We are punishing " those that aren't smart enuff to make a lot of money?"

In order to evaluate whether this is an opportunity for profit or for financial punishment, you need to know where this building falls in comparison to other rentals in the area.

That case has also been certified as a class action.)Under the Oakwood ordinance, it was unlawful for a property owner to transfer title or any equitable ownership of the property or change tenants without having an inspection conducted by the city.

Punish the evildoer!