For one, it's usually a bad idea to let tenants do any maintenance themselves, and you're basically telling them they have permission to do so.Plus, they just won't tell you about minor problems that could create big problems - like a leak under a sink, etc.  

No, they would temporarily just use a near by gas station, neighbors house, sink or just go behind the shed.

I had something similar happen (minus the toilet) but a water line under the kitchen sink somehow rusted out and began to leak.

Most vanity sinks, the pedestal is just for looks.

South of Boston we can get high efficiency FHW units installed for much less than the "new heating systems will sink you $10k and wipe you out" scare tactic excuse people use for not investing, not sure how that cost translates to NY.  

The whole sheebang from appliances to the big pantries, sink and all the  fixings.

It is awful when you (and your family) are sinking into a hole because you are getting taken advantage of by someone who shouldn't be do so.

I came there one day with my plumber to fix a leak in their kitchen sink which is in the rear because it's a traditional shotgun.

This might allow you to place a shower, sink and toilet in more places.5 - My last tip is to pay attention to Feng Shui as you're designing.Best to you

They have shorter life spans, a higher probability of a tenant electrocuting themselves when screwing around under the sink, and can create quite a liability in a house with kids.