There's a lot to this electrical story but I'll try to focus on what I'm here for which is a practical and more immediate solution to a much bigger problem of a building built in 1911.Upon purchase of a 4 unit building I find the first floor, and much of my basement, is dark.

Your pics look dark and uninviting. 

I know it’s a shot in the dark but figured I’d give it a try.

Should I eat dark meat or light meat at turkey dinner?

The seafood and fall colors around here are pretty spectacular - but it's a crazy state.

Kilz original 2 coats on dark wood paneling (probably unnecessary but I wasn't sure how much the color would bleed through. 1 to 2 coats of paint. $70 ozone machine from Amazon.

Eminent domain is the basis for condemnation proceedings.encroachmentAn improvement that intrudes illegally on another's property.encumbranceAnything that affects or limits the fee simple title to a property, such as mortgages, leases, easements, or restrictions.Equal Credit Opportunity Act (ECOA)A federal law that requires lenders and other creditors to make credit equally available without discrimination based on race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, marital status, or receipt of income from public assistance programs.equityA homeowner's financial interest in a property.

Back in the dark ages ('80's) I would approach older home owners & offer them a buyout with them holding the note at an attractive interest rate.

It's funny that people like you play the victim until you dont get your way then the true colors come through.

I would like some assistance from a professional, or someone who knows what they are doing to help guide me in making sure the unit flows nicely for a vacation unit.Would need help picking paint color, furniture, linens, etc...Please call or email to discuss further.