I would assume that it should be blocked off with some type of decorative tile or something of that nature.

There is a organization called Mirror Indy who, IMO, has written a couple of great articles about the IHA challenges.

Challenges?

You can try and fight it but does not mean you will be successfulI would also be curious to see what your property insurance looks likeFor me this is just another example that home prices are gonna eventually have to soften as between taxes, insurance and Interest rates home affordability is very challenging

Just be prepared for a learning curve and stay adaptable to new challenges.

What are some areas in the state that wouldn't present any challenges in finding a tenant? 

Naturally, this makes some other people (read: voters) unhappy.B.

This usually works where there is a lot of garages.If you have the means to solve the financing challenges a tic/coop can be another sophisticated value add.Note this is just some value adds.  

Instead, focus on learning their plans, challenges, and openness to selling.5.

I think BRRRR would be quite challenging as a first deal in an out of state market, but that is just my opinion.