196-Unit SB-721 Balcony Inspection

The Challenge

A 196-unit apartment complex in Los Angeles had never completed an SB-721 inspection and was approaching its compliance deadline. The property had 312 exterior elevated elements including balconies, walkways, and stairway landings across eight buildings. The ownership group needed a full assessment completed quickly to avoid penalties.

Our Approach

Our team mobilized within one week of engagement. We conducted visual assessments of all 312 exterior elevated elements, performed minimally invasive borescope testing on 47 elements that showed signs of water intrusion, and delivered a comprehensive digital report identifying conditions by severity level. Each element was photographed, cataloged, and mapped to building plans for easy reference.

Results

• All 312 exterior elevated elements assessed in 3 weeks
• 47 elements identified for further evaluation or repair
• Zero tenant complaints during the inspection process
• Full compliance report delivered within 5 business days of fieldwork
• Property achieved SB-721 compliance before the deadline