I recently contributed an article to MultiFamily Executive in which I reviewed the most common “red flag” financial and safety hazard liability issues we notice during property condition assessments. For multifamily property owners and managers, the key areas or concerns involving expensive liabilities include balconies and stairs, garages, accessibility and ADA adherence, and seismic retrofits. By planning ahead, engaging with knowledgeable consultants and experts, and looking for small signs of structural deterioration, all of these issues can be addressed through proactive, preventative measures.
April 28, 2025
Thomas Haw MRICS, Senior Surveyor, London, UK, Partner ESI shares a recent experience while representing represent Partner in Nepal, Japan, and China on a two-week-long trip undertaking Property Condition Assessments (PCAs) on a variety of commercial and residential properties.
April 22, 2025
Lessons from the Field: How Lenders Can Spot Trouble Early and Protect Their Investment By Kyle Gustafson, National Client Manager, Partner Engineering and Science, Inc.; and Mark Petit, SVP, Operations […]
April 03, 2025
The CA Balcony Inspection Law has been incorporated into the California Health and Safety Code – HSC, Article 2.2 [17973]. The new name for the service is California E3 Inspections/California Balcony Inspections. E3 is short for Exterior Elevated Element.
