--- title: EEE Compliance description: Stay compliant with California's balcony, deck and facade regulations through expert inspections and repairs by Rain Defense. 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Protect your property and tenants with Rain Defense's expert inspection and repair services.   # Complicated building? No problem. Our Bosun-Chair-Certified crew can avoid expensive scaffolding and reach even the most difficult spots. All Jurisdictions California (statewide) San Francisco Berkeley Redwood City Oakland San Jose Fremont ## SB 721 (H&S §17973) California (statewide) 📅 2019 (operative Jan 1 2019) 🏢 Every 6 years (≥15% sampling) ⏱️ Every 6 years (≥15% sampling) ⚠️ Jan 1 2026 (AB 2579 extension) ### Details **Key Requirements & Details:** City Building Dept. provides FAQs & submittal portal; earlier inspection required for condo conversions; uses state law timelines. **Qualified Inspectors:** Rentals – SB 721: architect, civil/struct engineer, CA GC (A/B/C-5) w/ 5 yrs multistory wood-frame experience, or ICC-certified building inspector. Condos – SB 326: licensed architect or civil/struct engineer only (must be independent of HOA & repair contractor). **Enforcement / Penalties:** Code Compliance case, fines, unsafe designation possible **Notes & Sources:** No separate ordinance—city enforces SB 721/326 deadlines ## SB 326 (Civil Code §5551) California (statewide) 📅 2020 (operative Jan 1 2020) 🏢 Condominium / HOA buildings (3+ units) with wood-based EEEs ≥6 ft above grade ⏱️ Every 9 years (statistical sample, 95% CI ± 5%) ⚠️ Jan 1 2025 ### Details **Key Requirements & Details:** Licensed architect/engineer must inspect a statistically significant sample; immediate threat findings reported to city within 15 days; board must restrict access until repaired; report retained in HOA records for 2 cycles. **Qualified Inspectors:** Licensed architect, civil or structural engineer **Enforcement / Penalties:** City can cite HOA; liability for failure to inspect; fines under local code **Notes & Sources:** Signed 2019; Civil Code §5551 added effective 1-1-2020 ## SF Housing Code §604 San Francisco 📅 2003 (Ordinance 192-02, passed Sept 17 2003) 🏢 All apartment & hotel buildings with exterior decks, balconies, exit corridors, stairs, guardrails ⏱️ Every 5 years (affidavit filing) ⚠️ Rolling—affidavit required within 5 yrs of Certificate of Final Completion (CFC) or previous filing ### Details **Key Requirements & Details:** Licensed architect, engineer, or contractor inspects for structural integrity & waterproofing; owner files notarized §604 affidavit with Department of Building Inspection (DBI); defects must be corrected under permit. **Qualified Inspectors:** Licensed architect, engineer, or CA contractor (A/B/C) **Enforcement / Penalties:** Code‑enforcement case; $200 first‑time & $400 repeat daily fines; potential placarding **Notes & Sources:** First Bay-Area EEE rule; rolling 5-yr cycle thereafter ## SF Ord. 67‑16 (Façade Inspection & Maintenance Program) San Francisco 📅 2016 (effective June 5 2016) 🏢 Buildings ≥5 stories (or >75 ft) constructed ≥ 20 yrs ago ⏱️ Comprehensive every 10 yrs + supplemental waterproofing check at 5 yrs ⚠️ Staggered by age; 1926‑1970 group due Dec 31 2025 ### Details **Key Requirements & Details:** Licensed architect/engineer performs hands‑on & binocular inspection of façades incl. attached balconies; report & maintenance plan filed with DBI; safety repairs under permit. **Qualified Inspectors:** Licensed architect or engineer (facade experience) **Enforcement / Penalties:** Daily fines; recorded liens; immediate hazard abatement orders **Notes & Sources:** Applies to buildings ≥ 5 stories; 10-yr/5-yr checks ## BMC 19.40 E3 Program Berkeley 📅 2015 (enacted July 14 2015) 🏢 All buildings (apartments & condos) with EEEs ⏱️ 6 yrs (SB 721 – multifamily rentals); 9 yrs (SB 326 – condo/HOA) ⚠️ Apartments: Mar 31 2022; Condos: Jan 1 2025 ### Details **Key Requirements & Details:** 100% of EEEs (apartments) or statistical sample (condos) inspected by licensed architect/engineer; affidavit of compliance filed; penalties for late filing; repairs within timelines mirrored from SB 721. **Qualified Inspectors:** Licensed architect, engineer, or city‑approved inspector **Enforcement / Penalties:** Admin citations, re‑inspection fees, referral to City Attorney **Notes & Sources:** City-specific rules predating SB 721/326 ## Redwood City Code §9.52 Redwood City 📅 2022 (Ord. 2520 adopted Nov 28 2022; in force 30 days later) 🏢 Multifamily & commercial decks/balconies with wood EEEs ⏱️ 6 yrs (SB 721 – multifamily rentals); 9 yrs (SB 326 – condo/HOA) ⚠️ Same as state (2025 / 2026) ### Details **Key Requirements & Details:** Ordinance adopts Health & Safety Code §17973 for apartments and Civil Code §5551 for condos; city requires report or exemption form. **Qualified Inspectors:** Architect, engineer, or A/B/C‑5 contractor **Enforcement / Penalties:** Each day of violation separate offense; admin citations & liens **Notes & Sources:** Locally adopts state balcony laws ## Oakland EEE Guidance Oakland 📅 2022 (city portal & FAQ released April 2022) 🏢 Buildings covered by SB 721 & SB 326 ⏱️ 6 yrs (SB 721 – multifamily rentals); 9 yrs (SB 326 – condo/HOA) ⚠️ Jan 1 2026 / Jan 1 2025 ### Details **Key Requirements & Details:** City Building Dept. provides FAQs & submittal portal; earlier inspection required for condo conversions; uses state law timelines. **Qualified Inspectors:** "Rentals – SB 721: architect, civil/struct engineer, CA GC (A/B/C-5) w/ 5 yrs multistory wood-frame experience, or ICC-certified building inspector. Condos – SB 326: licensed architect or civil/struct engineer only (must be independent of HOA & repair contractor)." **Enforcement / Penalties:** Code Compliance case, fines, unsafe designation possible **Notes & Sources:** No separate ordinance—city enforces SB 721/326 deadlines ## San Jose EEE Guidance San Jose 📅 ≈ 2022 (page launched after AB 2579 update) 🏢 Buildings covered by SB 721 & SB 326 ⏱️ 6 yrs (SB 721 – multifamily rentals); 9 yrs (SB 326 – condo/HOA) ⚠️ Jan 1 2026 / Jan 1 2025 ### Details **Key Requirements & Details:** City Code Enforcement requires inspection report or exemption; new buildings exempt for first 6 yrs after CFC. **Qualified Inspectors:** "Rentals – SB 721: architect, civil/struct engineer, GC (A/B/C-5) w/ 5 yrs, or ICC-certified building inspector. Condos – SB 326: architect or civil/struct engineer only." **Enforcement / Penalties:** Administrative fines until submission approved **Notes & Sources:** City relies on SB 721/326; page reflects 2026 deadline extension ## Fremont EEE Guidance Fremont 📅 2023 (site live under 2022–23 code update) 🏢 Multifamily & condo buildings with wood EEEs ⏱️ 6 yrs (SB 721 – multifamily rentals); 9 yrs (SB 326 – condo/HOA) ⚠️ Jan 1 2025 (first cycle) ### Details **Key Requirements & Details:** City enforces state laws; owners/HOAs must upload inspection report or exemption via Citizen Access; flowchart guidance provided. **Qualified Inspectors:** "Rentals – SB 721: architect, civil/struct engineer, GC (A/B/C-5), or ICC-certified building inspector. Condos – SB 326: architect or civil/struct engineer only." **Enforcement / Penalties:** Administrative penalties per FMC 1.20; liens **Notes & Sources:** City page directs compliance with state law; first cycle due 2025 ## Need a Professional EEE Inspection or Repair? Rain Defense provides certified inspection services for most California EEE regulations. Our licensed professionals ensure your property stays compliant and safe. 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