You can write them a letter showing that you are interested in buying the property. 

I am trying to find an offer letter template.

You can also request this information from the board as it's your right, but since they aren't responding, document it and report to the town. you can also provide proof of payment from your end as well and provide evidence you made the request and they haven't been responding. last option, get an attorney to send a letter and then lawsuit since their negligence is preventing you from refinancing and save money. 

We bought the house directly from the owners from a direct mail letter we sent.

Since that residence looks vacant it would make no sense sending out letter stating I would like to purchase the property.

I had to get 2 bids to build new from 2 contractors, I had just had it appraised, plus a realtor wrote a letter of valuation.

I think you can implement a healthy mix of both exit strategies. 2)I have no input on this point but I just think it is really cool concept.

. ~$800 on 2 Dishwashers (they were old)We have a mix of condos, a townhome, and a house. 

If the County does have any old drawings in their records they may be able to share them; however, you will likely need to prove ownership or provide an approval letter from the current owners in order for them to release anything.

Too many investors get their ideas and emotions so mixed up in the process of buying and selling, they end up failing.