Balcony Inspections for Condominiums (SB 326)
Condo associations, a statistically significant sample, at least every nine years.
What the Program Requires
Condominium projects with three or more attached multifamily dwelling units
Load-bearing components and waterproofing of decks, balconies, stairways and walkways more than six feet above ground that rely substantially on wood
A licensed structural or civil engineer or architect
First inspection by January 1, 2025, then at least every nine years with the association's reserve study
A random, statistically significant sample: 95 percent confidence, margin of error no greater than plus or minus 5 percent
The Details That Matter
The report goes to the association's board and becomes part of its reserve study. It must identify the components, their condition, expected remaining life and recommended repairs. If an element poses an immediate threat, the report goes to the association immediately and to the local code enforcement agency within 15 days.
Before You Take This Work
- Professional liability policies define the services they cover. Check that yours describes inspection and report work accurately, not only design, and tell your agent roughly how much of your revenue comes from this work.
- Condominium work can be excluded or limited on some professional liability policies. Check for a condo exclusion or sublimit before taking these inspections.
Official sources
Every fact on this page comes from these sources, read in October 2026. Laws change; read the current text before relying on it.
General information, not legal advice or a statement of coverage. Laws and local rules change; read the current text at the source links and confirm requirements with the building department. Whether a policy responds depends on its wording and the facts. Hardcover is an insurance agency, not a law firm.
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