Overview of SB 721 and SB 326
- Senate Bill 721 (SB 721):
- Applies to: Buildings with three or more multi-family dwelling units.
- Requirements: Inspections of exterior elevated elements supported by wood or wood-based products (such as balconies, decks, and stairways) must be conducted every six years.
- Timeline: The first inspection must be completed by January 1, 2025.
- Inspection: Must be conducted by a licensed architect, civil engineer, structural engineer, or a building inspector certified by the International Code Council or a recognized state certification organization.
- Senate Bill 326 (SB 326):
- Applies to: Condominium buildings with three or more dwelling units that are part of a homeowner's association (HOA).
- Requirements: Inspections of exterior elevated elements must be conducted every nine years.
- Timeline: The first inspection must be completed by January 1, 2025.
- Inspection: Must be performed by a licensed architect or structural engineer.
What Property Owners Need to Do
- Identify Relevant Properties: If you own multi-family residential buildings or condominiums that fall under these categories, you need to comply with the inspection requirements.
- Schedule Inspections: Hire a qualified professional to conduct the required inspections before the January 1, 2025 deadline.
- Submit Inspection Reports: Once the inspection is complete, submit the inspection report to the City of Rancho Cordova Building Department at permitservices@cityofranchocordova.org. The report must include a detailed assessment of the condition of the exterior elevated elements and any necessary repairs.
Additional Requirements for Inspection Reports:
- A copy of any report that recommends immediate repairs, advises that any building assembly poses an immediate threat to the safety of occupants, or requires preventing occupant access or emergency repairs, including shoring, shall be provided by the inspector to both the building owner and the local enforcement agency within 15 days of the report's completion.
- An exterior elevated element that the inspector deems poses an immediate threat to occupant safety, or where preventing access or emergency repairs (including shoring) are necessary, is considered an emergency condition. The owner must take immediate preventive measures. Preventing access to the element until emergency repairs are completed constitutes compliance with this requirement. Emergency repairs must comply with subdivision (g), be inspected by the inspector, and reported to the local enforcement agency.
- If the inspector identifies corrective work that does not pose an immediate threat, the building owner must apply for a permit within 120 days of receiving the inspection report. After the permit is approved, the owner has 120 days to complete the repairs, unless the local enforcement agency grants an extension.
- The owner of the building is responsible for ensuring compliance with these requirements.
Why Compliance is Important:
Complying with these regulations is crucial for the safety of building occupants. Non-compliance can lead to legal and financial penalties, including fines and increased liability for property owners. We strongly encourage you to take the necessary steps to meet these inspection requirements.
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