If you have the comps, you always have a strong rebuttal which can’t be refuted.On the square footage issues- I had a similar issue recently with a foreclosure I bought.

You find the average cost per square foot of those properties, multiply it by the square foot of the subject property, then add/subtract for condition and other factors. 

In WA state, real estate career have two paths, one is to become a real estate salesperson by getting 90clock hours.

I also actively do Brokerage throughout all Washington State (mainly Commercial & Multi-Family asset classes).

First one is in Maryland and the second in Washington. 

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Some of these Indianapolis neighborhoods include Broad Ripple, Fountain Square, Greenwood Area, South Broad Ripple, Fishers, Castleton, and many more.

The $20 means $20 per square foot per year.  

So take that into consideration when you're looking into your options and the law/code.2) Look into:RVTiny homes (some could be below the square footage that comes under scrutiny)Tiny homes on wheels (like RV, but smaller, and less unsightly) - the wheels at least get you out of the building code issues.

Keep your financials clean and squared away at all times.