SB-721 & SB-326 reports
California’s SB-721 and SB-326 deadlines have already passed, January 1, 2025 for condos and HOAs under SB-326 and January 1, 2026 for apartments under SB-721, so property owners who haven’t completed their balcony inspections face steep fines.. With Balcony1’s 20+ years of experience, our team provides thorough balcony inspections in Solano County, CA, to ensure your property remains safe for residents.
Our balcony inspections identify potential structural issues and assess waterproofing in exterior elevated elements (EEEs) like balconies and decks. Our certified balcony inspectors evaluate each EEE for hazards through a careful and detailed inspection process, delivering clear reports and actionable recommendations. With Balcony1, Solano County property owners can confidently meet all SB-721 and SB-326 requirements, maintaining a safe and compliant environment.
Contact Balcony1 today and get your required Solano County balcony inspections for apartments or condominiums now that the deadlines have passed.
In Solano County, between the Bay Area and the Sacramento Valley, hot inland summers, Delta breezes off the Carquinez Strait, and damp winters put steady stress on balcony wood and waterproofing, making regular inspection necessary for multi-family properties.
. Mandated by California law, these thorough balcony inspections help uncover issues such as water damage, rot, and compromised supports in exterior elevated elements like balconies, walkways, and decks.
Now that the deadlines have passed, completing your Solano County balcony inspections is what brings your apartment building back to state safety standards, maintains a safe environment for residents, and limits steep non-compliance penalties, the same reason owners across neighboring Napa County stay current.
Passed after a tragic balcony collapse in Berkeley, CA, California’s SB-721 and SB-326 laws set strict requirements for inspecting balconies and other elevated structures in Solano County’s multi-family properties. These state laws underscore the importance of thorough inspections to prevent similar incidents.
SB-721 applies to apartment buildings with three or more units, with an initial deadline of January 1, 2026 (extended from 2025 under AB 2579), now passed, and re-inspections every six years. SB-326 applies to condominiums and common interest developments, with an earlier deadline of January 1, 2025, also passed, and a nine-year cycle. Now that both deadlines have passed, property owners who stay non-compliant face fines of $100 to $500 per day.
Balcony1’s inspection process for Solano County properties covers every stage to comply with California’s safety standards. From the first consultation to the final report, our balcony inspectors, project managers, and engineers ensure thorough inspections that align with SB-721 and SB-326 regulations.
Our balcony inspectors in Solano County begin with a detailed assessment, during which we review your property’s exterior elevated elements. This initial consultation allows us to craft a personalized inspection process, ensuring we address your property's particular aspects.
On your scheduled inspection day, our licensed balcony inspectors conduct a full visual inspection of your exterior elevated elements, looking for structural issues or signs of deterioration. For a thorough assessment, we use both non-destructive testing and, when necessary, selective destructive methods to detect hidden risks. Owners across neighboring Yolo County rely on the same methods for their valley properties.
After completing the inspection, we compile a detailed report with photographs, findings, and explanations of any detected issues. Our licensed structural engineers review and approve the balcony inspection report, which serves as formal documentation of compliance with SB-721 and SB-326 mandates.
Following our balcony inspection report, our contractors offer specific repair recommendations to address immediate concerns, such as reinforcement or waterproofing repairs. Our balcony repairs team and customized maintenance plans provide long-term strategies to help Solano County owners maintain balcony safety and continued compliance with California's standards.
Protecting the safety of your residents and ensuring compliance with California’s regulations is essential, and our Solano County balcony inspections make this process easy for landlords and property owners. With over 20 years of experience inspecting balconies, our skilled inspectors deliver thorough assessments that help you keep your property up to code and avoid potential fines.
Contact Balcony1 today to schedule a free consultation for Solano County balcony inspections and get back into compliance with SB-721 and SB-326.
