If you have even a slight chance of winning the argument, that call from the board will likely put the fear of God in the property manager and he will cut you loose rather than face an investigation from the state.

A landlord can limit the number of occupants for health and safety or legitimate business reasons.

Like @Jared Forman stated, is very regulated because of all of the safety involved.

He's not afraid that you'll strike up a side deal cutting him out. 

Not sure I understand your question @Jordan Edge.

They are focused on basic livability and safety issues - functioning lights, plumbing, appliances in good working order, etc. 

Feel free to try a variety of razor scrapers to get the old caulk off, as the video hints at but only shows a straight single-edge razor in use.

I will look into commercial lendors but am concerned with higher rates cutting into profits.

I heard about the Rebuild NWF program providing 75% funding for updated impact windows but unfortunately that program ran out of funding recently. just missed the cut :(Anyways, it got me thinking so Im interested if anyone knows any kind of programs like this for any type of renovation/installation that I can take advantage of as Im bringing this home back to life.Thanks in advance!

There are two resources I can point you to for more information: The Middletown Coalition for Community Safety and Del-ChesCo United.