It is very old but stable and has a slight lean.  

CPI coming in above estimates generally means that mortgage rates will rise (as this will cause the Federal Reserve to lean toward higher interest rates to fight inflation that’s greater than expected) and vice versa (lower than expected would cause mortgage rates to fall).

When you talk to the township I would lean heavily with the fact that you assumed no permits would be needed because you weren't changing the square footage and you were doing the work, but I don't think that rationale will ultimately prevail - although it might help reduce the fine.

Most of my client-base own and operate within CA, though several have out of state filings / properties / and are operating businesses outside of real estate.As far as real estate laws, my expertise leans heavily towards income tax strategies, filings and assisting clients through highly complex transactions, not necessarily property tax law. 

Columbus, Ohio, is a great option if you're leaning towards appreciation.

Columbus, Ohio is a great market to consider if you're leaning towards appreciation.

I'm leaning towards re-platting unless I find city of Dallas can't re-platt very quickly.

However, the city won't even allow lean tos for shelter without engineer report.

@Jon Dawes the best technique here is to lean on other investors in your market. 

Columbus, Ohio is a great market to consider if you're leaning towards appreciation.