Penalties:Misdemeanor of the first degree: This can result in a maximum imprisonment of one year and a fine of up to $1,000.Civil penalties: You may also face additional civil penalties depending on the specific circumstances.Permitting issues: Local permitting authorities might withhold final approval, revoke the permit, or pursue other actions against you, maybe not give you the CO. 

The answer to this depends on the local market.

By tuning in to the BiggerPockets Podcast and connecting with local lenders and brokers, you can build a strong network.

Find a local land use atty who is familiar with these type of cases and lean on their experience.

While the short-term vacation rental unit is rented, a local contact person needs to be available 24 hours per day, seven days per week, to respond within 45 minutes to complaints regarding the condition, operation, or conduct of occupants of the short-term vacation rental unit or their guests. 

You can seek out a Realtor that is experienced in foreclosures if you already have a specific property in mind as you’ll likely need to move on it quickly if it’s already listed.I would advice to find someone local to help guide you.

I would arrange meetings with local agents/property managers for your target markets.  

I'm locally known to negotiate like there's no tomorrow when given the opportunity.

I'm locally known to negotiate like there's no tomorrow when given the opportunity.

If you are a realtor that is wholesaling, just check your local Real Estate Commission rules.