We don't have them recorded, just signed as another layer of protection. 

Before you sign anything, definitley pin down the timeline for permitting and building.

This is being pushed on out of state investors who don't have a clue what they are signing up for.

This new "local agent" requirement has given me pause as my property manager has informed me that they will not be signing off on this.

If you feel like you’re managing your property manager, it’s a strong sign that the manager may not be the right fit.

I suggest your next lease have such a clause and that you make sure you can find the lease (but i have also somehow lost a lease recently).For where you are now, without a signed copy of lease i believe your options are limited.  

How cool.Well, It's because I was seen as a player, a closer (meaning I close on deals I put under contract).I said, "I didn't know you owned a building" and to that he said "yes, it's the building with two - first floor retail spaces and 9 apartments on the corner".Dang, just what I love.

I also got a written and signed agreement from tenant that is notarized for him to vacate on or before 2 weeks deadline after closing. 

Some who are major players doing big stuff.

The house had some signs of foundation settlement when he bought it which were chalked up to age, however it’s clear now that there has been more recent movement (some of this may have been due to an earthquake a few years ago) causing about 3 inches of settlement along this very small house.