If not, then the path of least resistance is to simply adjust your vision so it fits better into the lot, as-is. :) A zoning change can take up to 6 months, approval isn't guaranteed (despite Aldermanic support), and potentially cost a lot of money (architectural site / floor plans & dimensioned elevations, zoning attorney, holding costs, etc.) 

It appears to be a means to an end and the path of least resistance (somewhat related to number 1).

I would contact an attorney to navigate the path forward. 

Path forward. 

I found working with investors from around the country it is much easer and safer to let builders do what they do best and I will stay on the investment side.  

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I´m an out-of-country investor looking for help with my legal and tax structure.Since I´m just starting out, I need help with the basics: setting up the LLCs that we will use (looking to invest in different states), getting an ITIN, opening bank accounts, and identifying the tax strategies that we will employ for the deals we want to make.I appreciate your recommendations.

Speak to an accountant who works in both countries in order to establish the entity for you.

However, i've never really seen the logic in taking those paths when you can just take the safe and slow approach. 

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