Yes, the rates will not be as competitive as compared to owning in your own name and you living there.

C and D I would remove dishwasher and for the laundry hookups I would see what your competition is doing.

The issue is not traffic to the house- we are among the top visited properties compared to our competition according to zillow.

Or can you obtain it without extra costs- What is the competition like for that position and how do you measure up? 

This non-compete (Section XI) shall (1) come into effect four months after the date of this agreement, automatically, (2) be in effect for one year following the date of Employee’s termination, whether voluntary or voluntary, with or without cause, (3) apply to the Employee engaging, directly or indirectly, in any competitive business activities and (4) apply to all geographic areas where the Employer is conducting its business at the time of termination, and as of the date of this agreement, that includes all of the State of Ohio.

They have been available for lease to own since August but I have not got any offers any my real estate agent thinks we are competitive. 

You create some competition amongst potential buyers too. 

Luckily I tend to attract great tenants as I go just a bit more with my renovations than my competition without breaking the bank.

I know people often refinance from a 30 year to a 15 if they can get a competitive rate that does not dramatically increase the monthly payment.

As people are scared out of the city it leaves a less competitive environment and those who learn to deal with it will prosper.As to the other part of your question, Minneapolis ordinances are just restricted to Minneapolis.