Bill > S0722

This bill amends Florida's law on structural integrity inspections for condominiums by requiring associations governing buildings six stories or more to conduct a structural integrity reserve study, which is a comprehensive assessment to estimate future maintenance, repair, and replacement costs for common elements. Conversely, condominium associations managing buildings five stories or less are not mandated to perform such studies and may elect by majority vote to waive or reduce reserve contributions. The bill defines a structural integrity reserve study and establishes that such studies must comply with existing standards. The legislation aims to ensure the safety and long-term maintenance of multi-story condominium buildings by requiring periodic structural assessments, with local enforcement agencies required to track and report on milestone inspections. These inspections involve two phases: an initial visual examination to assess structural conditions, and potentially a more invasive second phase if substantial structural deterioration is identified. The bill requires local enforcement agencies to submit detailed reports about milestone inspections to the state department, which will then provide information to the Office of Program Policy Analysis and Government Accountability. The provisions will take effect on July 1, 2026, giving condominium associations time to prepare for the new requirements.

https://www.flsenate.gov/Session/Bill/2026/722