So you can’t build underneath.

There is space for a nice-sized kitchenette which will include a fridge, an electric stovetop with an external vent above, two countertop sections, a nice-sized sink, cabinets, and a pantry underneath the stairs. going to then add a small separate room for the water heater and stackable laundry unit.

I'm a big fan of Whiting, I have some concerns about legacy pollution/soil remediation there, but great location and the prices help make up for the industrial issues.

Ladders or steps required by this section shall not be required to comply with Sections R311.7 and R311.8, Ladders or rungs shall have an inside width of not less than 12 inches (305 mm), shall project not less than 3 inches (76 mm) from the wall and shall be spaced not more than 18 inches (457 mm) on center vertically for the full height of the window well.R310.2.3.2 Drainage.Window wells shall be designed for proper drainage by connecting to the building’s foundation drainage system required by Section R405.1 or by an approved alternative method.Exception: A drainage system for window wells is not required where the foundation is on well-drained soil or sand-gravel mixture soils in accordance with the United Soil Classification System, Group I Soils, as detailed in Table R405.1 R310.2.4 Emergency escape and rescue openings under decks and porches.Emergency escape and rescue openings shall be permitted to be installed under decks and porches provided that the location of the deck allows the emergency escape and rescue openings to be fully opened and provides a path not less than 35 inches (914 mm) in height to a yard or court.R310.3 Emergency escape and rescue doors.Where a door is provided as the required emergency escape and rescue opening, it shall be permitted to be a side-hinged door or a slider.

It’s also important to note that first floor condos typically have A common drain pipe running directly underneath they’re living room concrete slab.

Later, I go up in the attic and notice there is a 1/2" of water collecting in the drain pan underneath the furnace.

Right of way setbacks, landscaping requirements, soil erosion plans, dirt permits, soil compaction, Indian survey, protected Gila monster survey or brown bats,  etc etc etc.                        

Then you will have to do some plumbing underneath.  

This includes assessments for issues such as lead-based paint, asbestos, mold, or soil contamination.

You have to look underneath the deal.