Surprisingly most zoning in the US didn't come into effect until the 1950's and most lots in developed areas were created before this.  

Although the percentage of the increase is large, the determinative factors are whether the resulting rent is so great as to shock the conscience of a reasonable person and was effected for the purpose of compelling the tenant to vacate."

You don’t need a judgement, but not sure how effective it would be:   https://www.rentrecoveryservic...

I’m also making the property my primary residence to lower upfront costs, effectively turning it into a house hack.With this setup of me now occupying a room and not including utilities. 

Quote from @Frank Barletta: It is more cost-effective and practical to install a large-size TV and get the Nintendo, Super Nintendo, and Sega Mini consoles.It comes with games preloaded, legal, and each to swap in case something breaks. 

My wife and I do this exercise every year.

Raleigh specifically has introduced “Fast-Track Plans” designed to streamline permitting to build ADUs faster and more cost-effectively.

Hey David, ADU's can be really cost effective and great return on your investment.

I have done extensive research in the risks, how to structure such deals to mitigate those risks as effectively as possible, and legal considerations of each strategy. 

If you have not heard of the Dunning Kruger effect, look it up.