I plan to go meet with the SLC Zoning/Permitting office to learn all I can, but thought I'd reach out here first. 

It's better to walk away from a purchase that doesn't meet your criteria than to cope with hidden problems later

That said we maintain a 4.8-star rating which we're very proud of.

Furthermore, we have a less than 3% interest rate on our home, and we love were we live.My family and I are finally getting to a position in life where we are financially secure.

Flippers pay the highest taxes possible as they are paying regular income tax,not even capital gains tax rate, much less zero tax. 

Hi Christopher,Nice to meet you.

Or even hire the services of a professional property manager to give you a needed break.If it were I, I would contact your original tenant and arrange to meet with her, and not in the presence of the guy.

I would keep tabs on the local council meetings and proposals and get in touch with the city leaders expressing your concerns.

Certainly paying them a wage or fee reduces your rental income... but then they have to recognize that income (perhaps at a lower tax rate?).

Be sure to talk to your CPA and/or tax strategist about your options in your next tax planning meeting!