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Propty helps you track SB 326 elevated element inspections — a California requirement for condominiums with balconies, decks, walkways, stairways, and other load-bearing structures six feet or more above ground. You can register elevated elements, record inspection results, and monitor hazard remediation deadlines.

What you'll need
  • A property set up in Propty
  • Details about the elevated elements at your property (location, type, material)
  • Inspection reports from a licensed structural engineer or architect

Adding an Elevated Element​

Before scheduling an inspection, register the element in your property.

1. Go to the Compliance dashboard​

From your property dashboard, click Compliance in the left sidebar. You will see summary cards for Inspections, Violations, Collections, Insurance, Reserves, Disclosures, and ARC.

Compliance dashboard with summary cards

2. Click the Inspections card​

Click the Inspections card to open the inspections list. This page shows all registered elevated elements and their inspection status.

3. Click "Add Element"​

Click the Add Element button. A form will appear asking for:

  1. Element Type (required) — Select one: Balcony, Deck, Walkway, Stairway, Landing, or Patio.
  2. Location (required) — Describe where the element is (for example, "Unit 101 - Front Balcony").
  3. Building (optional) — The building name or number, if your property has multiple buildings.
  4. Unit (optional) — Link the element to a specific unit.
  5. Height (feet) (required) — The height above ground. Must be 6 feet or more to fall under SB 326.
  6. Material (required) — Construction material (for example, "Wood", "Composite", "Concrete").
  7. Installed Year (optional) — When the element was originally installed.
  8. Next Inspection Due (required) — The date by which the next inspection must be completed.

4. Save the element​

Click Save. The element now appears in your inspections list.

Recording an Inspection​

1. Open the element detail​

From the inspections list, click on the element you want to record an inspection for.

2. Click "Record Inspection"​

Click the Record Inspection button. A form will appear with the following fields:

  1. Inspection Date (required) — The date the inspection was performed.
  2. Inspector Name (required) — The full name of the licensed inspector.
  3. License Number (required) — The inspector's professional license number.
  4. Inspector Type (required) — Select Structural Engineer or Architect.
  5. Condition (required) — The overall condition rating: Excellent, Good, Fair, Poor, or Critical.
  6. Hazard Found — Toggle on if a hazard was identified during the inspection.

Record inspection form

3. If a hazard was found​

When you toggle Hazard Found on, three additional required fields appear:

  • Hazard Level — Minor, Moderate, Severe, or Immediate Danger.
  • Hazard Description — Describe the hazard in detail.
  • Repair Deadline — The date by which repairs must be completed.

You can also enter an Estimated Repair Cost (optional).

4. Attach documentation​

  • Report URL (optional) — Link to the full inspection report PDF.
  • Photos (optional) — Upload photos of the inspected element.
  • Notes (optional) — Any additional notes from the inspector or property manager.

5. Save the inspection​

Click Save. The inspection is recorded and the element's status updates on the compliance dashboard.

Understanding Inspection Statuses​

The Inspections summary card on the compliance dashboard shows one of the following:

StatusMeaning
All ClearAll elements have current inspections with no hazards
OverdueOne or more elements have passed their next inspection due date
Hazards (N)N elements have unresolved hazards requiring remediation
No DataNo elevated elements have been registered yet

Hazard Levels​

LevelDescription
MinorCosmetic or non-structural issue; no immediate risk
ModerateStructural concern; should be repaired within deadline
SevereSignificant structural damage; urgent repair needed
Immediate DangerUnsafe for use; must be closed off and repaired immediately

Troubleshooting​

I don't see the Inspections card on the compliance dashboard​

  • Make sure you have the correct permissions for your property.
  • The compliance dashboard is available under Compliance in the left sidebar.

The inspector type I need is not listed​

  • Propty supports Structural Engineer and Architect as inspector types, per SB 326 requirements. Other inspector types are not eligible for SB 326 inspections.

I need to update an inspection after saving​

  • Open the element detail and click the inspection in the history list. You can edit the inspection details or add additional notes and photos.

How do I know when inspections are due?​

  • The compliance dashboard shows a warning when inspections are overdue. You can also check the Next Inspection Due date on each element.