I want to provide a safe, structured living environment for individuals transitioning out of recovery or other challenging situations.I’m new to this process and was hoping for advice on the following:How to navigate zoning laws and permits in Montgomery for this type of setup.Licensing requirements for sober living or group homes.Strategies for finding residents or partnering with local organizations.Financial and operational tips for managing this type of property.I’ve heard zoning can be tricky and want to ensure I comply with all legal and safety requirements.

I can't speak to that myself, it's not my specialty but I think that would be one of your biggest concerns is their permit processes. 

Most HOAs do allow rentals but you may need to obtain a rental permit or adhear to certain lease provisions.Feel free to PM me if you have any questions - would be happy to chat / give guidance

I’m curious to hear from other investors who have ventured into flooded properties such as what challenges did you face, particularly with insurance and permitting?

Recently I have been hearing about multiple hosts in Texas that are getting citations for operating a coliving facility with occupancy greater than the permitted number of unrelated occupants.

Definitely recommend reaching out to the city first to confirm what permitting would be needed for added square footage.

We only learned this meeting with the towns assistant commissioner of planning who was a co-worker of my wife who worked in city planning for a while.

Are you completing these renovations with all appropriate permits and approvals?

If there are any known issues(even as simple as a bad $7 shutoff valve) you will not be permitted to turn on utilities. 

After  3.5 years we have permits for a 17 unit redevelopment project.We had hopes that we would break ground within a year of buying the property....that fell by the wayside for 2 reasons:1) we had worked with the city to increase density through an affordable housing scheme that did not go as planned.