What should a condo community do in the first 72 hours after a hurricane?

Focus on safety and controlled re-entry, prevent secondary damage, document everything carefully, and begin organized recovery planning.

When should condo residents evacuate?

Residents should follow local evacuation orders and leave early when evacuation is required. Dangerous conditions can begin before hurricane-force winds arrive.

Why do condos need different hurricane plans than single-family homes?

Condos share building systems, vendors, and responsibilities, which makes hurricane planning more complex than for single-family homes.

What are “hurricane protection specifications” in plain language?

They’re the condo’s written rules for storm protection: what owners are allowed to install, how it must meet code, how it gets approved, and who maintains it long-term.

What should a condo board do before hurricane season starts?

Confirm evacuation-zone awareness and communication channels, clarify decision-making authority, and create a storm documentation file with baseline building photos and emergency contacts.

Why should a condo community involve an engineer before hurricane season?

An engineer can help identify vulnerable building areas before they become costly post-storm problems. A pre-season review can also support baseline documentation, maintenance planning, and overall hurricane readiness.

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