Frequently Asked Questions
Whether you own a condominium, manage an HOA, oversee a commercial property, represent a building owner, or simply want to understand engineering requirements, navigating today's building regulations can be overwhelming. From Florida's Milestone Inspection and Structural Integrity Reserve Study (SIRS) requirements to façade inspections, forensic investigations, construction defects, and capital planning, there are many engineering topics that directly affect the safety and value of your property.
This FAQ resource was created to help property owners, condominium associations, property managers, attorneys, architects, contractors, and developers quickly find answers to the most common questions about structural engineering, building inspections, code compliance, restoration, and long-term maintenance planning.
Each question below links to a dedicated article that explores the topic in greater detail. Simply click the topic that best matches your question to continue learning.
Florida Building Safety & Laws
Understanding Florida's evolving building regulations is essential for condominium associations, commercial property owners, and building managers responsible for maintaining safe structures.
Milestone Inspections
Florida's Milestone Inspection program requires qualifying buildings to undergo structural evaluations to identify substantial structural deterioration before it becomes a life-safety issue.
Structural Integrity Reserve Studies (SIRS)
Structural Integrity Reserve Studies help condominium associations understand the remaining useful life of critical building components while planning for future repair costs and reserve funding.
Structural Engineering Services
Structural engineers evaluate buildings for safety, deterioration, repair needs, and compliance with applicable engineering standards and building codes.
San Francisco Engineering Resources
Find the Information You Need
Whether you're preparing for a Milestone Inspection, completing a Structural Integrity Reserve Study (SIRS), planning major building repairs, investigating construction defects, or simply trying to understand Florida or San Francisco building regulations, these resources are designed to help you make informed decisions.
Each article provides in-depth information prepared from an engineering perspective and is intended to answer common questions from condominium boards, HOA managers, commercial property owners, attorneys, contractors, and building professionals.
If you cannot find the answer you're looking for, or if your property requires a professional engineering evaluation, contact RAS Engineering. Our team provides inspections, forensic investigations, structural evaluations, reserve studies, code-compliance consulting, repair specifications, and construction administration for residential, commercial, and institutional properties.