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🏛️ SB 721 Balcony Inspection Law – What Property Owners Need to Know
Avoid fines, reduce liability, and stay compliant with California's EEE (Exterior Elevated Elements) inspection law.
🧾 What is SB 721?
SB 721 is a California state law passed in 2018 that requires all multi-family rental properties with exterior elevated elements (balconies, decks, stairways, walkways, etc.) made of wood or wood-based products to undergo periodic safety inspections.
✅ Applies to apartment buildings and multi-unit residential rental properties
❌ Does not apply to condominiums or HOA's (see SB 326)
📅 Deadline: December 31, 2025
All qualifying properties must complete their first inspection by the end of 2025 and then once every 6 years thereafter..
Failure to comply may result in:
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Civil penalties and fines
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Local enforcement actions
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Potential tenant liability risks
🛠️ What Needs to Be Inspected?
SB 721 applies to all Exterior Elevated Elements (EEEs) that:
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Are 6 feet or more above the ground
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Are accessible to tenants
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Are constructed from wood or wood-based materials
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Are subject to weather, moisture, or decay
These elements must be inspected by a licensed professional for structural integrity and safety.
🚀 How We Help You Stay Compliant
At Art Balcony Inspectors, we make SB 721 compliance fast, affordable, and stress-free.
✅ 48-hour turnaround from date of inspection
✅ Licensed & insured inspectors
✅ Expert repair guidance and referrals
✅ Competitive pricing—we’re building owners ourselves
🏡 Serving All California Rental Properties
Whether you manage a small 4‑unit building or a large apartment complex, our team has the experience to help you meet the SB 721 requirements quickly.
📞 Get Your Inspection Quote Today
Don’t wait until the deadline backlog hits. Send us your property address and we’ll provide a fast, no-obligation quote.
👉 Click here to request your free quote
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📞 Call us at (818) 585-7297
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📩 Email us at info@calibalconyinspectors.com