The area has become rougher because of large apartment complex with public housing residents.

One thing we did was paid for a Spokeo account which shows public records for people living at that address. 

However, the sponsor NDA prohibits us from discussing details publicly.

Location: San Francisco Bay Area (Daly City, CA)Type: SFRFeatures: Short walk to public transportation, < 15 minutes driving to anywhere in San Francisco, 1 mile to state universityPurchase year: 2014Added Value: Remodel $150 - $200k (Construction to add 2 legal bedrooms, bathroom, approx 600sqft living space, backyard hardscape, upstairs complete redesign, new kitchen, bathroom, electrical, plumbing, sewer lateral, water main)Length of time for construction: 11 months (and going)Mortgage: $917k (from initial $575k investment)Goal: Short-term rental home in zones while living here when vacant.Issue: Neighbors unanimously reported a building code violation, resulting in a complete halt to construction and rental / booking process.

Side quick, where did you find this deal, if you are willing to share publicly or privately? 

But you could try asking the public housing authority in the same town as your house, if they have any recommendations.

My own review of public records showed that the property has at least 43K of back taxes and charges from the city, maybe more, but the lot is probably worth about 150-200K.  

Are there any public funds earmarked for the area. 5.

A tenant that is a public servant will often be motivated to avoid public shame.  

I have experience working on the Acquisition Team for Waypoint Homes (REO-to-Rental company now publicly traded NYSE:SWAY) and as the Acquisition Manager turned jack of all trades for AMA construct in Northern California.