SB 721 Balcony Inspections in Pasadena
Pasadena's mix of Craftsman conversions and mid-century apartment courts includes many buildings with exposed wood balconies and stair landings that fall squarely under SB 721.
What SB 721 requires in Pasadena
California SB 721 requires owners of apartment buildings with three or more units to inspect every Exterior Elevated Element (EEE) — balconies, decks, stairs, walkways, and landings elevated more than 6 ft with wood-framed structural support — before January 1, 2026, and every six years after. In Pasadena, reports are retained by the owner and provided to Pasadena Planning & Community Development — Building & Safety Division on request. Repairs classified as immediately hazardous must be permitted and completed within the timeframes the report specifies.
- Inspection of at least 15% of each type of EEE in your Pasadena property
- Written report with photos, findings, and severity classifications
- Signed report accepted by local building departments
- Prioritized repair recommendations with cost ranges
- Optional: RetroCal handles permitted repairs in-house
Pasadena neighborhoods we serve
We regularly inspect multifamily properties across Pasadena, including:
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