There are still restrictions on setbacks from property lines, but local zoning and HOAs can no longer stop you based on the state law. 

From an ROI perspective, there is much more money to be made in development, or investing in the booming short-term rental market in the Southeast where laws are significantly less restrictive (particularly in North Carolina, where municipal permitting is illegal).

Also noted, most townhomes reside in HOA communities that have rental restrictions/caps and HOA fees that'll eat into cash flow. 

All they needed was a room and access to a bathroom.

Tenant shall have abandoned or surrendered the Premises if Tenant turns in all keys or access devices regardless of whether rent is paid or not. 

They are accessible to ANYONE.

It sounds like the only way to access the e copies of the spreadsheets mentioned is by purchasing through BP?

The current flip I’m working on is rehabbing the main house and building an ADU utilizing the detached garage with Alley access.

I would leave hem accessible to both units but really consider adding a second set of connections for a washer and dryer in the other unitGood Luck!

Many of you probably know the „german“ way of doing things...The stereotype would be the punctuality and precision of the people and the public authorities.The reality is the following: a lot of barriers and long approval processes as well as legal restrictions when it comes to owning and handling capital.