In Montclair, they will not close open permits at all, but for CO they have you sign an affidavit that the house and/or space complies with all regulations.

Most have easily accessible PDF pamphlets on landlord-tenant regulations, which clearly outline standard expectations (which it sounds like you also have outlined in your lease). 

Additional layers of regulations on top of this generic explanation that I will hold off unless this is the route you are taking.  

The bank could not open the account due to Federal Regulations (not laws, regulations).

We are not required by law, but we also reconcile this every month as well Each state has different rules and regulations, so please check and verifyAll the best to you on your new adventure

The DCA is who regulates the inspectors and the proffesional licenses in our state. 

I'm concerned that there'll be way more government regulations that'll come forth as a result of this.

That is violet has of IRS regulations.

The HOA does allow me to take on tenants, so all good on that end.But now I'm trying to dig up info on LA County's requirements/regulations, and was hoping this sub-forum could shed some light on what it takes to do things by the book here. 

BUT, I’ve always had the underlying opinion that owning real estate means you are participating in a regulated industry.