What Is a Milestone Inspection in Florida?
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What a Milestone Inspection Is
A milestone inspection is a structural check of a condominium or cooperative building required under Florida law. It looks at the physical condition of the building so that owners and the association know whether repairs are needed.
This guide does not have the exact statute number, the exact building age, or the exact height threshold in front of it. Those details change depending on the building and the law in effect. Confirm the exact rule that applies to your building with your association, your local building department, or a licensed professional.
Why It Matters to You
A milestone inspection report can lead to repair work. Repair work can lead to a special assessment, which is money owners are asked to pay on top of normal condo fees.
If your association mentions a Structural Integrity Reserve Study (SIRS) along with a milestone inspection, these are related but separate documents. Ask your board how the two connect for your building.
What the Report May Cover
- The condition of the building's structure at the time it was inspected.
- Whether the inspector found problems that need repair.
- Recommendations for follow-up inspections or repairs.
Every report is different. This guide cannot tell you what your specific report says. Read your own document, or use a tool that reads it for you.
Questions to Ask Your Board
- Who performed the inspection, and are they licensed?
- What did the report find, in plain language?
- Is a special assessment being discussed because of this report?
- What is the deadline for any required repairs?
- Where can owners get a copy of the full report?
What Is Still Unknown
This guide does not list specific dollar amounts, specific deadlines, or specific statute sections, because none were provided here. This is not legal advice. Always confirm details with your association, a licensed engineer, or an attorney before making decisions.
What to Do Next
CondoClear is a free tool that reads your own milestone inspection summary, SIRS, or special assessment notice. Paste your document in, and it will explain it in plain English, suggest questions to ask your board, and point out what to check with a professional.