HOA Law:  This statute requires an inspection report to contain:

⦁ the identification of the building components comprising the load-bearing elements and associated waterproofing systems;

⦁ the description of the current physical condition of the load-bearing elements and associated waterproofing systems, including whether the condition presents an immediate threat to individuals’ health and safety;

⦁ the expected future performance and remaining useful life of the load-bearing elements and associated waterproofing systems; and

⦁ recommendations for any necessary repair or replacement of the load-bearing elements and associated waterproofing systems.

Apartment Law:  This statute requires an inspection report to contain:

⦁ photographs;

⦁ any test results;

⦁ a narrative sufficient to establish a baseline of the condition of the components inspected that can be compared to the results of subsequent inspections; and

⦁ an identification of any EEE that poses an immediate threat to the safety of the occupants, and advice as to whether preventing occupant access or conducting emergency repairs like shoring is necessary.

Although not specifically required, the report may also contain recommendations for “corrective work to an exterior elevated element that, in the opinion of the inspector, does not pose an immediate threat to the safety of the occupants.”  

If repairs are recommended, the property owner may request that the inspector provide a final report after completion of the repairs.  In any event, “Subsequent inspection reports shall incorporate copies of prior inspection reports, including the locations of the exterior elevated elements inspected.”