With apartments and housing around it, that could be an option if the zoning will allow for it or a variance from the county. 

Is that even allowed if I have a mortgage?

It allowed me to learn what owning property was like, while getting some positive cashflow.

Peter,That does not sound accurate based on having a Schedule E and being able to take those deductions as well as other standards.As an investor it’s not a bad thing to show more gross income which usually allows you to buy more properties with more income and a lower DTI.

I'm refinancing a 8 unit apartment, I'm trying to add a HELCO after finishing refi. but all the lenders doesn't all second lien, is this normal?

I am not sure I am trusting enough to allow an agent to make those kinds of decisions.

It is not a get rich quick scheme or anything, but it does allow you to start getting debt pay down, depreciation, appreciation and potentially cash flow when you move out.

Go in person and ask the planning desk IF they will allow this and make an exception.

Exactly and all of that plays into the price you're willing to sell the additional frontage for to allow for the new lane.

Arizona has a statewide law that prevents cities from not allowing STRs and restricts local municipalities from over regulating STRs....CA does not.It's true that SB1168 now allows cities to require licenses and guest checks, but at least they cannot deny them completely.Just my .02