Engineering Journal

The Forensic File

Practical notes from the field on milestone inspections, reserve studies and county recertification across South Florida.

Broward · Miami-Dade · Palm Beach

Latest Briefings

Statutory changes, inspection practice and building-condition observations written for condominium boards, managers and owners.

Published Notes

From The Fortis Field

Direct observations and clear guidance, organized newest first.

August 20, 2026 · 10 min

Milestone Inspection vs. Building Recertification in Florida: What's the Difference?

Florida has two distinct building-inspection frameworks, and boards in Broward and Miami-Dade commonly assume they owe both. For qualifying condo and co-op buildings in those counties, completing recertification satisfies the applicable milestone inspection requirement — one process, not two.

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