I find real estate to be safe and practical to an extend it’s almost boring.

They are often classified as operating expenses or maintenance expenses rather than capital improvements (assets).Washer/Dryer/Stove/Refrigerator: These are assets as they are considered durable goods that will benefit the property over an extended period.New Baseboards/Trim, Doors: These are generally considered assets because they enhance the property's value and are not typically replaced frequently.Furnace/AC: These are significant components of the property and are categorized as assets due to their long-term benefit.Paint, Light Fixtures: These can be a bit nuanced.

At first, we only signed a 3-month lease with them until they figured out the next steps, but now they are needing to extend a full 12 months (approved by insurance). 

All time periods affected by the Force Majeure event, including Closing Date, will be extended a reasonable time up to 7 days after the Force Majeure event no longer prevents performance under this Contract; provided, however, if such Force Majeure event continues to prevent performance under this Contract more than 30 days beyond Closing Date, then either party may terminate this Contract by delivering written notice to the other and the Deposit shall be refunded to Buyer, thereby releasing Buyer and Seller from all further obligations under this Contract.

We have one rental home has an extended lease with the tenants till the end of August.

I was originally looking at Indian rocks beach but have extended my search to Seminole (both zoned for STR).

I would keep offering solutions to the city and see if you can have an extended face to face with multiple options for you to move forward. 

I have extended-extended family there, so I've been trying to follow the situation. 

Interest rates are in the 6-7% range... so it doesn't take a rocket scientist to figure out if you are increasing your loan amount by ~$50k, and at a higher interest rate,  your payment has to go up or your terms have to extend.  

@Adele Tegger the way I understand the law, it would not impact a mid term rental unless the person lives in the unit for longer that 12 months (ie they extend their stay to the point that they have occupied the property for more than 12 months).