Tenants Know Your Rights. Stay Safe. Demand Balcony Inspections.
California law protects tenants living in apartments or condos with balconies, decks, walkways, or stairs (EEEs) but many buildings haven’t been inspected. Learn how you can take action to protect yourself and your neighbors.
What Are SB 721 & SB 326 and Why Should Tenants Care?
If you live in an apartment or condo building with balconies, decks, stairways, or elevated walkways, your building is legally required to pass a safety inspection under California laws SB 721 (for rentals) and SB 326 (for condos/HOAs).
What You Need to Know:
- SB 721 applies to apartment buildings with 3+ units
- SB 326 applies to condo buildings and HOAs
- Inspections are required for all raised exterior elements 6 feet or higher
- Deadline for SB 326: January 1, 2025
- Deadline for SB 721: January 1, 2026
- Landlords and HOA boards are responsible for completing these inspections
- Failure to comply may lead to fines, legal liability, or unsafe conditions
Inspection Exempted?
2-Minute Compliance Assessment
SB721 / SB326 Compliance Check
California State Law Compliance
Is Your Balcony Safe? Look for These Warning Signs
You don’t need to be an expert to spot potential danger. Keep an eye out for:
✅ Sagging or sloping balconies
✅ Rusty or broken railings
✅ Soft or spongy wood underfoot
✅ Cracking or flaking concrete
✅ Evidence of water damage or mold
✅ Wobbly or leaning support beams
If you see any of these, it’s time to speak up.
You Have the Right to a Safe Home. Take These Steps Today.
Don’t wait until something breaks. Use these free tools to request an inspection or report safety concerns to your city. It’s quick, anonymous, and powerful.
Download the Toolkit
- Tenant Inspection Checklist
- Letter Template to Send to Your Landlord
- List of City Code Enforcement Numbers (Coming Soon)
When to Call the City or Code Enforcement
If your landlord, HOA board, or building owner refuses to take action—even after you’ve raised safety concerns—you can contact your city’s code enforcement office to request an inspection.
They have the power to enforce SB 721 and SB 326 and issue violation notices.
Who We Are?
We’re not a repair company. That means we have no financial interest in your building failing an inspection. Our job is to give honest, objective reports about the safety of your balconies, decks, walkways, and staircases.
Thousands of property owners, managers, and now tenants trust DrBalcony to ensure buildings are safe and compliant.
Why Choose DrBalcony?
We’ve helped thousands of properties across California meet SB 326 requirements—without drama. We show up on time, explain everything clearly, and guarantee beating other quotes by 20%. You’ll get honest answers and reports that make sense.
4,000+ inspections completed
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No surprise fees—what we quote is what you pay
Let’s Cross This Off Your List!
At DrBalcony, we’ll make sure your SB 326 inspection is done right, on time, and without surprises. Book your free assessment today and let’s keep your property, your residents, and your board protected!
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