For non-primary residences, they have to follow all of the following rules to receive a permit: - the property must be a minimum of one (1) acre in size (designed as a precaution to disturbances)- The building standards of the underlying zone district must be met - Adequate parking is provided - Defensible Space requirements are met - Valid water and sanitation must be demonstrated - No more than five (5) bedrooms are in the dwelling As time goes on, they continue to become more strict on the rules listed above here, and are actively regulating it.

But I know I have all the legal side set up LLC, Business Checking account, Business Credit card, and getting my permit for STR since you need one in Alexandria VA.I just find it really hard to message landlord/apartment complexes/management companies since I'm very experienced and was wondering if anyone could give me advice on what to say and how to go about pitching my business model to landlords.Right now what I email them is along the lines of "I hope this email finds you well.

Working thru permitting.  

If your lease has that clause (and assuming your local laws permit), consider notifying your PM of you intent to escrow your rent payments until the situation has been corrected.

Get permits to build a detached ADU (DADU)/backyard cottage in the backyard3.

I did have one electrician come and quote it out for about 12k but that didn't include the permits or any costs related to ComEd.

We completed the work 2 weeks before our baby was born so we took a 4 week hiatus to rest and have the baby.Then I dove into the design, planning, and permitting for the basement.I visited the local Permit office in Alexandria and basically said, "Hi, I'm a new homeowner and I'm an idiot when it comes to permitting.

Some will give you costs based on no permits, which will likely be lower.  

If the lender does not permit this, your attorney and CPA will have limited options.

Duplex have different zoning that may permit additional units.