Is this a forum to meet outside investors that would be interested in doing something above? 

@Victor Yang To use the rental losses to offset any active income (W2), you'd have meet Real Estate Professional status (which would be difficult to do with a W2 job because you'd have to work more on real estate than any other job to qualify) OR have an AGI of $150K or less.

Anyone have experience renting a Non-Conforming triplex unit that meets Code through Section 8? 

Now, I’m ready and eager to meet new people and make the most of this incredible community.A little about me: I’m originally from Tulsa, OK, but relocated to Austin, TX, four years ago.

Go out of state if local returns don’t meet your goals, but ensure you have a reliable team and do thorough research.Self-manage to gain experience if the property is local and you have time.

When they tried to meet with OP, they were told to leave.

They host several meet ups in the Seattle and Tacoma area. 

Zoning Ordinance ExceptionsSome properties in the target zone don’t meet the minimum lot area or width size requirements under the zoning ordinance, yet houses exist on smaller-sized neighbor lots.How could these properties get approval for development?

The guy is meeting the rental criteria income wise.

Most newer wholesalers I meet are looking to do this just to build their own portfolio, hold on to the properties they want and capitalize on the ones they do not.