Buffalo Landlords: Thoughts on the City’s Rental Registration/Inspection Process?

[Shaun Ortiz]

I'm diving deep into the compliance side of Buy-and-Hold in the City of Buffalo. The city requires properties to be registered and often involves periodic inspections for lead paint, fire code, etc., especially for multi-units.

For those successfully operating rental portfolios in the City limits:

1. Compliance Pain Points: What is the single most confusing or time-consuming step in the current Buffalo rental registration or inspection process?
2. Cost: What is a realistic cost-per-unit for getting a distressed C-class property up to the City's current point-of-sale/Certificate of Occupancy standards?

Understanding the bureaucratic overhead helps us all underwrite deals more accurately. Any tips for streamlining the process are greatly appreciated!