40 year inspections Broward
Building Recertifications in Broward County follow the County’s established 40-year and subsequent 10-year recertification program designed to confirm structural and electrical safety in aging buildings. G. Batista Engineering & Construction works with condominium associations and property managers to perform 40, 50, and 60 year inspections in an organized and board-friendly manner. The goal is to identify structural deterioration, deferred maintenance issues, and safety concerns before they become emergency conditions.
Broward County differs from Miami-Dade and Palm Beach in the volume and density of older condominium inventory subject to recertification. Many communities consist of mid-rise and high-rise buildings constructed during earlier development cycles, which means access coordination and phased evaluations are common. Broward’s process is generally structured and deadline-driven, with clear submittal pathways through local municipalities. While coastal corrosion remains a concern, the building stock varies more widely between coastal and inland communities compared to Miami-Dade. Proper scheduling and documentation are key to avoiding compliance gaps.
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- STEP 1: Fill out our 24-Hour Proposal Request Form to get started quickly. Click HERE To access the form.
- STEP 2: Receive your customized proposal, review it, and sign to begin the process.
- STEP 3: Within one week, our team will call to schedule your 40-Year Building Safety Inspection at your property.
- STEP 4: Our licensed inspector performs the recertification inspection and provides a detailed report. If your building passes with no repairs required, then skip ahead to Step 7. If there are repairs to be made, you’ll receive a full inspection report along with a repair list to give your contractor. If plans are needed, we can also provide these.
- STEP 5: Your contractor pulls the required permits to perform the necessary repairs.
- STEP 6: Once repairs are completed, our inspector returns—at no additional cost—to verify the work meets the City and recertification requirements
- STEP 7: If everything looks good, we issue your official “Clean Bill of Health” Recertification Report, which is then submitted to your local Building Department.
- STEP 8: Relax knowing your property won’t need another Safety/Recertification inspection for another 10 years.
1. How often are recertifications required in Broward County?
Most buildings must undergo recertification at 40 years and every 10 years thereafter. Municipalities notify owners, but boards should track timelines independently to avoid penalties.
2. Are Broward’s 40 year inspections the same as Miami-Dade’s?
The intent is similar, but review procedures and municipal administration differ. Broward municipalities often process reports locally rather than through a centralized county review body.
3. Can recertification inspections be phased in large communities?
Yes. Large associations may coordinate phased inspections to manage logistics and budgeting, provided compliance deadlines are maintained.
Service areas in Broward County
Coconut Creek
Cooper City
Coral Springs
Dania Beach
Davie
Deerfield Beach
Fort Lauderdale
Hallandale Beach
Hillsboro Beach
Hollywood
Lauderdale-by-the-Sea
Lauderdale Lakes
Lauderhill
Lazy Lake
Lighthouse Point
Margate
Miramar
North Lauderdale
Oakland Park
Parkland
Pembroke Park
Pembroke Pines
Plantation
Bal Harbour
Pompano Beach
Sea Ranch Lakes
Southwest Ranches
Sunrise
Tamarac
West Park
Weston
Wilton Manors
Beverly Heights
Rock Island
Broadview-Pompano
Hillsboro Ranches
Boulevard Gardens
Broadview Park
Franklin Park
Hillsboro Pines
Roosevelt Gardens
Washington Park
Central Beach
Colee Hammock
Coral Ridge
Idlewyld
Las Olas Isles
Pompano Highlands
Rio Vista
River Oaks
Sailboat Bend
Tarpon River
Victoria Park
Flagler Village
Galt Ocean Mile
Harbor Beach
Imperial Point
Lake Ridge
Melrose Park
Terra Mar