The debris might have protected the walls from some kinds of damage.

In Chicago, if the tenants damage the property (break windows, remove screens, punch holes in walls, destroy faucets, don't clean), then the CHA will abate the rent until all the conditions are fixed.

New plumbing, new HVAC, new framing on all three stories, walls sanded and cleaned ready for paint- it's essentially a blank slate for the cosmetics! 

Rehab includes:Full Bath RemodelFull Kitchen Remodel w/ butcher block countertopsRemoved wall between kitchen and dining roomNew FurnaceAdded Central A/C unitUpdated ElectricalUpdated PlumbingRefinishing of original hardwood floorsInterior PaintExterior patch and Paint What was the outcome?

For example, if they punched a hole in the wall...but now that wall needs to be rebuilt or needs all new drywall anyway because of the fire...then the previous damage they caused doesn't matter anymore. 

The unit sharing a wall with you is FEEDING the rats??? 

It has been rehabbed some time ago has sheet rocked walls, breakers, carpet, etc likely completed in the very early 90's.

It has been rehabbed some time ago has sheet rocked walls, breakers, carpet, etc likely completed in the very early 90's.

Being so close to the border causes me some concern, but if and when the “WALL” goes up some of my concerns will be relieved.

And theres also the potential that a tenant moves out and leaves the house trashed and holes in walls thus not only costing you money to repair and clean up but puts your rental income on hold until its completed and rented out again.