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Whether you're meeting a deadline or addressing ongoing deterioration, we’ll make sure your balconies are safe, sound, and fully compliant — without unnecessary cost or chaos.
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Keep Your Balconies Safe, Compliant & Built to Last
Balconies, decks, catwalks, and walkways are high-risk elements in aging multi-family buildings — especially in Southern California’s sun-rain-sun cycle. Whether you’ve received an SB721 or SB326 inspection notice, or you're simply taking proactive steps to maintain your property, Miko Development delivers smart, cost-effective structural repairs that meet code and minimize disruption.
Balcony & Walkway
Repairs
SB721 & SB326 Compliance
In 2015, six students lost their lives and seven others were seriously injured when a balcony collapsed during a birthday party in Berkeley. Investigators found severe dry rot and moisture damage in the wood framing — damage that could have been prevented with routine inspections and maintenance.
This tragedy led to two statewide laws mandating regular inspection and repair of “Exterior Elevated Elements” (EEEs) in multi-family housing:
SB721 (for Rental Properties)
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Applies to multi-family buildings with 3+ units
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Requires inspection of balconies, decks, walkways, and stairs every 6 years
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Initial inspections were due by January 1, 2026
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Must be performed by a licensed structural engineer, architect, or contractor with “A,” “B,” or “C-5” license
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Unsafe conditions must be repaired and re-inspected
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SB326 (for HOAs / Condos)
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Applies to condominiums and common interest developments
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Requires visual inspections of structural framing supporting exterior elements
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Must be completed by January 1, 2026 and then every 9 years
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Findings must be reported to the HOA board and stored for 2 cycles
Our Balcony & Deck Services
Miko Development provides full-service repairs and waterproofing for:
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Structural beam, ledger, and joist replacement
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Cantilevered balcony reinforcement
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Re-sloping for drainage
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Pli-Dek waterproof membrane installation
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Guardrail repair or replacement
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Sheathing, blocking, and dry rot remediation
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Exploratory demolition & patch-back for inspections
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Installation of inspection vents which provide access for inspections and future ventilation and access.
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Engineering coordination for efficient, code-compliant design
Getting Started with Miko
01
Initial Assessment
On-site review of existing conditions and prior inspection reports.
If no prior inspection report exists, this will still be first step for repairs.
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Proposal
Proposal based on current conditions will be provided as well as a clear construction plan.
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Engineering & Design
Standard details will be submitted for project along with any specific conditions which exist at the property that should be addressed during construction.
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Permitting & Compliance
Communication with any code compliance officers and housing departments if property owner is on a timeline for repairs. Once permit is received, construction will be scheduled.
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Tenant Noticing
We will provide sample notices to provide to tenants regarding work being completed, access and schedule. Most work will be completed without any access to units, however, some height restrictions may prevent this and access to doors will be required for proper flashing installation.
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Construction
After initial demolition, new plywood will be placed as a temporary walking surface for safety. If any additional damage is discovered, we’ll document it with photos and provide a written change order.
The owner will have the opportunity to request a site visit to personally view the damaged areas before approving any additional work. No hidden surprises — all change orders require written approval before proceeding.
Once framing repairs are complete and the balcony is structurally secure, we’ll move forward with flashing and deck waterproofing using the ICC-approved Pli-Dek F System.
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Final Inspection + Certification
Once permits are finaled, we will provide updated photos and report for your records.
Why Miko?
