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Miami-Dade's "40-year recertification" is now triggered at 30 years for inland buildings and 25 years for buildings within three miles of the coast, with inspections every 10 years after that. To prepare, you need to: pull your permit history, walk the building with a professional engineer or architect, document concrete, stucco, façade, railings, and roofing conditions, budget for likely repairs (spalling concrete, cracked stucco, corroded railings, sealant failures), and st

If you manage a condo or co-op in Miami-Dade or Broward, SIRS is no longer a "coming soon" problem. The initial study deadline has already passed, full reserve funding is kicking in for 2026 budgets, and HB 913 reshaped a handful of rules that property managers thought they understood last year. This post walks through what actually changed, what you're on the hook for in 2026, and where most buildings are quietly slipping out of compliance. Quick Answer: The 2026 SIRS Snapsh

Introduction In Miami-Dade and Broward County, multi-family properties and condominiums face relentless exposure to heat, humidity, heavy...

Introduction For HOAs and condo boards in Miami-Dade and Broward, exterior painting isn’t just about curb appeal—it’s about protection,...

Introduction Miami-Dade and Broward counties require buildings over 40 years old to undergo structural and electrical recertification ....

Introduction Stucco is one of the most common exterior finishes in South Florida, prized for its durability and appearance. But in...

Introduction Concrete spalling—also known as concrete cancer —is one of the most dangerous issues facing South Florida’s multi-family...

Introduction For multi-family buildings, structural concrete repairs are not optional—they’re essential for safety and compliance. But...

Introduction Condo boards and HOAs across Miami-Dade and Broward know one universal truth: small problems turn into big expenses if...

Introduction Every condo building in South Florida is designed to move. High-rises expand and contract with temperature changes,...

Introduction Sealants may seem like a minor building detail—but for condo towers, they are one of the first lines of defense against...

Introduction Balcony railings are more than just an architectural feature—they are a life-safety system . For multi-family buildings and...

Introduction For multi-family properties in South Florida, windows and doors are critical weak points during hurricanes. Miami-Dade and...

Introduction While impact windows and doors are critical for safety, they also play a big role in property value and marketability . For...

Introduction If your condo or multi-family building is approaching 40 years of age, you’ll soon face one of the most important milestones...

Introduction For condo associations, there’s one question that always comes up: “Should we fix it now, or wait until it becomes a bigger...

Introduction Every summer, South Florida braces for hurricane season. For condo boards and HOAs, hurricane preparedness isn’t just about...