If your contract doesn’t state terms for additional access, then I understand his concern, maybe ask if you can video the interior, although most tenants won’t want that.

A Queen Ann Victorian has best tri-potential, but will be a choppy-choppy layout so many interior wall moves to be done.

We got Interior/Exterior Rehab Reserve of about $250K.

I have done interior ivy walls, ice cream makers, fresh squeeze orange juice, and even converted an outdoor shed into a "Van Gough Art Studio" to give 1 house a leg up.

Chipping or peeling paint on the interior & exterior surfaces is definitely something they look for. 

I wouldn't limit it to roof as wind and water can damage other areas of the home..what if a window was left open and the interior now has water damage etc...Did you already bind your insurance (likely not if you are two weeks out) So there may not be a reason for them to dictate you get it reinspected. 

To finish the interior of a 480 sqft garage.If an efficiency ADU costs 33%+ of the total value of the existing improvements, it's really hard to make the numbers work.

We hired Bildwise for a renovation of our 1965 single-family home that included complete electrical rewiring and updating, roof replacement, light kitchen and bathroom remodeling, new flooring, new interior paint, and masonry repair.

Just not sure if it's something to keep moving on with my limited capital for the interior remodel as well.

If the HELOC amount you're requesting is relatively low (often below $100,000), lenders might waive the full appraisal.Drive-By Appraisal : Instead of a full interior inspection, a drive-by appraisal involves the appraiser evaluating the exterior of the property only.Desktop Appraisal : This type of appraisal is conducted remotely using data and photos provided by the homeowner or real estate agents.Based on the little knowledge that I have about stuff like this it sounds like you need to connect with existing lenders in your network or find new lenders in your network that have programs aligned with your goals.