American Apartment Owners Association

FEBRUARY 13, 2025

The deadline for SB 326, which applies to condominiums and HOA-managed properties, has officially passed. In the wake of tragic balcony collapses, such as the 2015 Berkeley balcony failure , California legislators enacted Senate Bills 326 and 721 to prevent similar disasters. Understanding SB326 and SB721: What Are They?

Compliance 130

Compliance Property Condominium License 130

American Apartment Owners Association

JULY 14, 2025

Passed into law in 2019, this legislation directly addresses the structural integrity of elevated exterior elements—most commonly balconies, decks, walkways, and stairways—used by multiple families in condominium buildings. SB326 applies specifically to: Condominium projects governed by a homeowners association. Why SB326 Was Enacted?

Condominium 100

Condominium Engineering Compliance License 100

Condo Control

MAY 7, 2025

Condominiums are sometimes praised for their inventive designs. However, structural integrity, an equally attractive trait, probably doesnt get enough attention from condominium communities. If this happens, the entire condominium could be at risk of collapsing. What does the inspection cover?

Condominium 130

Condominium Engineering Education Maintenance 130