I would go in for your water/sewer first without initiating the discretionary processing.

Even if you don't sue for performance you can sue for damages, can't you?

We already have a well and water system installed able to accommodate the new build but That's about all I know.

Around here, the properties are high priced in relation to rents and with students, you never know how much damage they might do in 9 months.

Roof, HVAC, water tanks, necessary updates etc.

This dirt compacted very hard under minimal water sprinkling and had standing water for 5+ hours in full sun 85 degree weather (beneath the standing water, the dirt was relatively dry - so it was holding water, not draining at all).  

This dirt compacted very hard under minimal water sprinkling and had standing water for 5+ hours in full sun 85 degree weather (beneath the standing water, the dirt was relatively dry - so it was holding water, not draining at all).  

They are not separated, electric, water are all on one meter right now, for both homes. 

The driveway has damage to it including cracks, missing some chunks on some of the edges, and some sinking in the middle of the driveway.

How old is the roof, furnaces, hot water tanks A/C etc.. if you are setting aside $240 a month and all these things have 5 years or less left on them then you better double or triple the cost for repairs each month.