Be that as it may, be aware if the rebuild costs exceed generally something like 50% of value, you have to bring everything up to current code, which may include current floor elevations being higher, which would cost more than the end value.

For the flood zone, it depends on elevation and how near the coast or waterway or not.  

I think that the value they assigned to my property may have been slightly elevated.

Alviso is under sea level and the building codes now require that all new buildings have elevated 1st floors, so I am sure they are in a flood zone. 

Below are some specs I was able to ascertain:Land:  14810 SFType: MotelWall Height 10 Stories: 2 Bldg:  8200 SF Framing Masonry bearing walls Exterior Walls Stud -Brick Veneer; Actual Year Built 1986 Elevator 0It has been a family run place since its inception, having been reared in the hotel/motel business since age 10. 

If any part of your building sits on the lower elevation, however, you'll end up requiring flood insurance, so not worth the effort unless you believe your whole building is high enough.  

Hey,I'm looking for a couple of contractor referrals for a large replacement of a Railroad Tie retaining wall that is rotting out, and an elevated deck+walkway.

A couple of ways to go about this - but you can target older elevator buildings without stairs (means that it is definitely wheelchair accessible).

No regrets, but the RE license will Elevate my RE business!!!

I have been looking for apartments below 150 and from all of them found the below deal the best option but wanted feedback from the BP community.Here are the deal details :Purchase Price: $129,900 Bedrooms: 2Baths: 1 full, 1 halfBuilt in 1974HOA Fee: $228/moCooling: CentralHeating: Forced airLast sold: Mar 2016 for $105,000Taxes (2015): $1341/yrMaintenance incl: Water, Insurance, Trash and sewerFEATURESBasketball Court, Doorman, Elevator, Flooring: Tile, Garden, Patio, Pool, Porch, Tennis CourtDescription:The perfect investment property!