Professional Milestone Inspections for
Condominium & Co-Op Buildings
We help condominium and co-op boards and property managers across South Florida navigate milestone inspections with clear communication, practical guidance, and experienced structural engineering support. Our team helps make the process feel organized, manageable, and under control from start to finish.
What Is a Milestone Inspection?
Under Florida Statute 553.899, milestone inspections are required structural inspections for condominium and cooperative buildings that are three stories or higher once they reach 30 years of age, or 25 years near the coastline.
The purpose is to determine whether the building shows substantial structural deterioration and remains structurally safe for continued occupancy.
When Your Building Reaches the Milestone Inspection Deadline
Milestone inspections often bring pressure around deadlines, resident concerns, budgets, and uncertainty about what comes next.
Boards and property managers are expected to make important decisions while navigating technical requirements that can quickly feel overwhelming without the right guidance.
What a Well-managed Milestone Inspection Process Looks Like
Building Mavens helps associations move through milestone inspections with experienced engineering guidance, organized communication, and a clear understanding of priorities at every stage. From the initial inspection through reporting, municipal submission, and any required follow-up, our team helps keep the process manageable and moving forward.
Once the process is completed, associations can move forward with confidence, knowing the inspection requirements have been properly addressed for the next 10 years.
“… Building Mavens was an absolute pleasure to work with. The consummate professional. Courteous, knowledgeable, and highly efficient. My contractor would echo the same sentiment. Highly recommend to anyone going through 40 year or Milestone Inspections!”
— Diego R., LCAM, Sunrise Lakes IV-I Inc.
Your Guided Path to Milestone Compliance
Milestone inspections can feel overwhelming for associations navigating deadlines, technical findings, and potential repair requirements. We help you make the process clear, organized, and manageable. From the initial review through any next steps that may follow, Building Mavens works alongside your association.
Our Process
1. Start with clarity and a well-prepared inspection
Every building has a different history, which is why our engineers begin by reviewing available documentation such as original plans, prior inspection reports, repair history, and related records. This preparation allows us to approach the inspection with a clear understanding of the property and focus attention where it matters most.
2. Complete the milestone inspection with minimal disruption
Our team performs the required milestone inspection in accordance with Florida’s structural safety requirements, including a visual evaluation of the building’s primary structural components.
Throughout the process, we coordinate closely with property management and residents to keep the inspection organized, efficient, and as minimally disruptive as possible.
3. Receive clear findings, sealed reports, and guidance on next steps
After the inspection, your association receives a clear explanation of our findings along with the completed inspection report and required documentation.
If substantial structural deterioration is identified, we explain what that means, what additional evaluation may be required, and what the next steps look like. Our engineers also complete, sign, seal, and submit the required reports to the local municipality as part of the process.
4. Continue into Phase 2 and repair planning if needed
For most buildings, Phase 2 is not required. But if it is, our engineers continue guiding your association through the next stage of structural evaluation. This may include additional investigation, repair recommendations, permitting support, and coordination related to required structural repairs.
Our goal is to help associations move through this phase with a clear understanding of priorities, timelines, and required actions.
5. Final reinspection and approval for continued occupancy
Once repairs are completed, we perform the required reinspection and provide the updated signed and sealed documentation confirming that the necessary repairs have been completed.
This final step allows the updated report to be submitted to the municipality so the building can receive approval for continued occupancy and successfully complete the milestone inspection process.
Recent Milestone Inspection Projects
The Federation of Sea Towers Owners Association
St. Petersburg, FL
For The Federation of Sea Towers Owners Association in St. Petersburg, Building Mavens conducted milestone inspections across nine condominium associations comprising 778 residential units in buildings ranging from 3 to 12 stories. The project involved close coordination with multiple boards and incorporated drone technology to support efficient, detailed structural evaluations across the property.
The Camden & The Whitby
Alys Beach, FL
For The Camden & The Whitby in Alys Beach, Building Mavens provided milestone inspection and developer turnover reporting services for two mixed-use 4-story condominium buildings comprising residential and ground-floor commercial units. The project involved detailed structural evaluations tailored to the unique layout and mixed-use nature of the waterfront property.
Sun Island
South Pasadena, FL
For Sun Island Association in South Pasadena, Building Mavens performed milestone inspections across 16 condominium buildings ranging from 3 to 17 stories in height. The project included visual structural evaluations of both habitable and non-habitable areas, with assessments focused on major structural systems and load-bearing components throughout the property.
Barwood Condominium Associations
Boca Raton, FL
For Barwood Condominiums Association in Boca Raton, Building Mavens conducted milestone inspections across six condominium associations comprising 216 residential units in multiple 4-story buildings. The project involved close coordination with several association boards and incorporated advanced drone technology to support efficient, detailed structural evaluations throughout the property.
A What Our Clients Say About Us
“I highly recommend Building Mavens. Building Mavens administrative staff and engineers displayed the utmost professionalism throughout the Milestone inspection process. Questions and concerns asked by the Association’s Board of Directors or Management were responded to promptly.”
“Scott and his team at Building Mavens were very professional, responded extremely quickly, and were willing to jump through hurdles to help. I thought they handled everything really well.”
“Building Mavens has been integral in helping us be on the right track to comply and I know that through the end of our project, they will still be there until we have our final inspection. Their price was reasonable and their service and guidance exceeded expectations. We would use them again should/when further inspections are required.”
“Corey Pruneski from Building Mavens was an absolute pleasure to work with. The consummate professional. Courteous, knowledgeable, and highly efficient. My contractor would echo the same sentiment. Highly recommend to anyone going through 40 year or Milestone Inspections!”
Prefer a short overview?
Watch our short introduction to Florida Milestone Inspections and how Building Mavens helps associations navigate the process.
Frequently Asked Questions – Milestone Inspections
Milestone inspections generally apply to condominium and cooperative buildings that are three stories or higher once they reach the required age threshold under Florida law. Our team can help you determine your building’s requirements and timeline.
The process typically includes an initial review, an on-site structural inspection, documentation of findings, and guidance on any recommended next steps. We help associations understand the process clearly from beginning to end.
Most inspections can be coordinated with minimal disruption. If access to certain areas or units is required, our team works closely with property management to communicate clearly and keep the process organized.
If additional evaluation or repairs are recommended, we help your association understand the findings, priorities, and available next steps so informed decisions can be made confidently.
Timelines vary depending on the size and complexity of the property, but we work proactively to keep the process moving efficiently and communicate clearly throughout each phase.
Yes. If repairs, further evaluations, or additional engineering services are needed, our team can continue supporting your association with practical guidance and next-step planning.
You can contact our team to discuss your building, timeline, and inspection requirements. We’ll help you understand the process and prepare a proposal tailored to your property.
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