This may only happen once in a while, but it sure offsets a lot of the potential savings of a metered property.I understand that the Meter Save program by the water department will guarantee that your metered bills are not higher than your current bills for 7 years, but I plan to keep these properties for longer than that.

I have been looking into this more in depth and found these links: https://dallascityhall.com/departments/codecomplia...https://dallascityhall.com/departments/codecomplia...I am looking to owner occupy a MFH and the code seems to exempt owner-occupied properties, but it is very possible I am interpreting it incorrectly.

I've heard the fire department can come out and inspect it as well.

I called the NYC Department of Taxation and Finance in Albany but they told me I have to sent a writing letter or email specify why I need those records attaching my ID and Social Security.

Seems that would be enough to let a big city Police department have a reason not to fool with it but it might be worth a try. 

I believe he is saying to call small, local banks in your immediate area (these will probably have less than 7-10 locations) and ask to speak with the COMMERCIAL department, residential lenders will just say they can't do it, even if their bank does do them. 

but as stated above this is what Variances are for.you may have a pro growth planning department and planning board.. or it could be like Portlandia and it would not even be worth a try.. changing zoing is uber uber tough and RARELY successful in this state. as zoning is dictated at state level then everything else goes down hill.

You need to demonstrate good faith and adherence to the law.I used to work in the patient relations and risk management department of a large hospital and medical center.

I would suggest calling the local city's zoning departments around here and asking them.

Both the fire department and building department should be able to share past inspections, permits, and issues.