I am leaning towards the idea of STR but from what I am understanding there is a permit process for unoccupied vs. occupied.

Have you had any issue with the city of Newark’s requirement of having a permit for 3 or more non related tenants?

There are areas of town that you can operate a STR legally without a permit and without paying the city tax.

The assessor looks at permits pulled for renovation and determines the amount).

Some cities are very serious about code enforcement and permits and some aren't.

Did you face challenges getting permits and the repairs approved? 

If I decide to go this route, I'm guessing the next step would be to talk to the city and get it permitted?

I’m looking for some help with the permitting in Cocoa beach.

Good luck getting them to come back and finish or warranty work once they've been paid.4) Don't want to take the time to give a complete, written bid.5) Aren't licensed, don't pull permits and won't sign a contract with you, making it difficult for you to sue them.

If it’s three separate units all separately metered and permitted through the city, they should use other multi family properties as comps, right?