If you own a property in California, you are legally obligated to comply with Civil Code 5551, also known as the Balcony Law. This code regulates the maintenance and repair of balconies and other elevated exterior elements of buildings to ensure they are safe and structurally sound.

Here is everything you need to know about Civil Code 5551.

SB326 mandates that all condominiums and multi-family housing controlled by residential homeowner’s associations (HOAs) in a building containing three units or more undergo scheduled inspections of Exterior Elevated Elements (EEE) and waterproofing systems.

Here is all you need to know about SB326 inspections, including what you need to do to get your unit or units professionally inspected.

SB721, also known as the California balcony inspection law, applies to owners and managers of multifamily housing with at least three units. The law requires any elevated surface six feet above ground or higher to undergo inspection. These elevated surfaces include balconies, decks, and stairwells.

Property owners must complete an initial SB721 inspection by January 1, 2025. Additional follow-up inspections must happen every six years.

While the primary goal of earthquake retrofitting is safety, there are some financial benefits as well. If you are still wondering can earthquake retrofitting increase home value, keep reading to learn more.

When it comes time to remodel your home, there are many benefits you can enjoy. From increasing the value of your home to making it more comfortable and stylish, remodeling can provide a wide range of benefits for homeowners.

An ADU refers to an Accessory Dwelling Unit that is often considered a secondary home or apartment within your lot. It is an affordable, effective, and innovative option to add that much-needed housing space in California. When you apply for California ADU grants, you can get up to $40,000 for the reimbursement of the pre-development costs as well as the non-recurring closing costs that often come when building ADUs.