In light of the one ethnicity element, i sincerely advise that wherever and whoever it is, without question, know the community you are serving and understand how to establish and maintain a level of mutual respect.

I fully agree it is our duty to at least help our respective closest people.

My main goal is to identify an opportunity that can be scaled from a couple of spots to a dozen, to several dozen eventually without the need to completely re-design or re-engineer the layout without respect to providing utilities. 

I want to get involved in the plans for the future, the financial goals of the owner, protecting the longevity and condition of the properties, maximizing income potential while also treating tenants like paying customers with fairness, care and respect.

BE RESPECTABLE.

On an annualized basis through 2025 and 2026, asking and effective rents are anticipated to climb by 3.7% and 3.8%, respectively, to finish 2026 at $14.35 and $13.88.

It does make sense in some respects.

Their course is more affordable than Bosch & Seth's (though I do not discount the value both bring - and the respect they have in the industry).

I think your strategy by just trying to ask respectably is the best way to go here and then you can elevate things if necessary if they're continuing to disregard the non-smoking clause.

The landlord should ensure that all tenants know what is expected of them, whether it is when the rent is due, rules they must abide by to keep the property in a safe and sanitary condition, respecting fellow tenants, or generally just being a good neighbor.I believe that the City has its proverbial head in the sand on this.