California Balcony Inspection Program

SE Group provides structural inspection and assessment services supporting compliance with California Senate Bills SB326 and SB721, which mandate periodic inspection of exterior elevated elements on multifamily residential properties.

The firm has completed 65+ compliance inspections across California, working with homeowners associations, property managers, and multifamily owners to evaluate the structural condition of balconies, decks, stairs, walkways, and other exterior elevated elements.

These inspections help property owners meet state safety requirements while identifying structural deterioration, moisture damage, and maintenance needs affecting long-term structural performance.

SB326 requires inspection of exterior elevated elements in condominium buildings with three or more dwelling units.

SE Group performs representative sampling and structural evaluation of balconies, decks, and walkways to determine structural integrity and identify potential hazards affecting load-bearing components.

SB721 applies to multifamily apartment buildings containing exterior elevated elements such as balconies and exterior corridors.

SE Group provides inspection services focused on identifying deterioration caused by:

• water intrusion
• wood decay
• corrosion of steel components
• structural distress or overstress

The resulting reports document observed conditions and provide recommendations for repair when necessary.

Typical SB326 / SB721 services include:

• Visual inspection of balconies, decks, stairs, and walkways
• Evaluation of load-bearing structural components
• Assessment of waterproofing and moisture-related deterioration
• Identification of structural distress, decay, or corrosion
• Representative sampling of exterior elevated elements
• Preparation of formal SB326 / SB721 compliance reports