Taylor kept insisting that we obtain and send a copy of these articles with the state seal directly on them.

I would also recommend reaching out to a Zoning Attorney and checking to see if they may have any additional insight as to the feasibility of obtaining a Map Amendment in this area.

2.The best way to obtain the necessary permits and ensure compliance moving forward?

Here’s my honest advise; consider studying for and obtaining your real estate sales license, and obtain a part time position with a real estate agency that will provide training, guidance, and oversight.  

Some have used this method to obtain 100% financing.

Currently I am setting myself up to obtain my MLO.

Any answers or tips would be greatly appreciated.1) Is it at all possible to obtain 15+ year financing on MHP?

It would benefit a lot if you are able to obtain US credit, US LLC and US Bank Account.

A lot of the popular areas in Charleston proper that are not licensed under the old laws now require the owner to live on the premises to obtain an STR license.

We're looking to gather info about likely cost, pitfalls, time required, considerations when obtaining financing, etc.