The email goes on to explain that these factors have collectively caused significant household income losses, and an expected increased usage in Housing Assistance Payment (HAP) on behalf of these households to prevent them from losing their residences. 

I don't sense that at all right now, but that feeling takes time to root in a market.  

Remember, you are trying to prevent having a lawsuit because on of the two of you gets really pissed off.I hope that helps.  

The recent foundation inspection report provided by the seller shows that several preventative measures are needed to protect the foundation from further damage; including new and added gutters, french drains, and a curb poured alongside the occupied side of the property. 

If your neighbor files an action to obtain title to the land, or defends an action from your to remove him, and he/she can establish the land has been used exclusively by him/her, continuously, and openly for ten years, then the fact that you hold title is no defense.RCW 7.28.320Possession no defense.The fact that any person or corporation against whom such action may be brought is in the possession of such property, or evidence of title to such property, shall not prevent the maintenance of such suit.So I recommend first stopping the adverse possession clock by claiming your land. 

I feel as this should be prevented as COVID-19 was no one's fault. 

I have learned to plant the seed and hope it takes root!

The goal is usually to prevent a single unit from becoming a multi-family in an SFR district.

I am looking for ideas on how to prevent sound from traveling so freely down to the first floor.

So much to love within this city and a place I know I'll always have roots.