It's a small year, without any unique features/difficulties. 

@Eugene GinzburgThe self-directed IRA and 401k industry is still a niche marketplace.

Thinking outside the box, maybe there are ways to grow the town, maybe the restaurant has items that are unique that could be marketed outside the town.  

There are investors that either specialize in a particular niche or deal in both.

But generally, what should I expect from the city in terms of requirements to allow me to rehab the property that are unique to it being fire damaged?

Yes you need a RE niche firm but tax prep without proactive year round tax planning is not very valuable.

Expanding on this market niche, the most recent real estate transactions I've participated in, have all involved sellers in their advanced age whom have accumulated considerable portfolios and are in the process of liquidating or recapturing some of their very hard earned investment and equity. 

This is my niche and I love it because I get tax write offs such as interest and depreciation, rent bumps, and  a steady passive return while the tenant builds me additional equity. 

This is the person who ensures the implementation of the overall strategy of the business.In the mobile home park investing niche, I have found a near-limitless opportunity in underperforming parks.

I'd be open to a conversation soon and I could guide you through some of the unique things you are looking for in a rental.