Building Compliance & Inspections

    Milestone Inspection Services by Licensed Structural Engineers

    Florida-mandated Milestone Inspection services for condos and multi-story buildings under SB 4D.

    A Milestone Inspection is a mandatory structural review of multi-story residential buildings in Florida at 25 and 30 years of age — performed by a licensed structural engineer.

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    Structural engineer performing a Milestone Inspection on a Florida condominium building

    Overview

    A Milestone Inspection is a structured, two-phase structural review required under Florida Senate Bill 4D for condominium and cooperative buildings three stories or higher. Our licensed structural engineers conduct Milestone Inspection services that satisfy state law and protect owners, residents, and association boards from the consequences of undetected structural deterioration.

    Phase 1 is a thorough visual inspection of the primary structural systems — foundations, columns, beams, slabs, balconies, and exterior load-bearing walls. If signs of substantial structural deterioration are observed, the engineer proceeds to Phase 2, which includes more invasive testing, instrumented evaluation, and engineered repair recommendations. Every Milestone Inspection we deliver is sealed by a Florida-licensed Professional Engineer and formatted to meet local building official requirements.

    Engineering Solutions performs Milestone Inspections across Florida and provides equivalent structural condition assessments for clients in New England, where condominium and multi-family owners face comparable building-age and life-safety concerns. Our reports are written to be clear, defensible, and actionable.

    What's Included

    Every milestone inspections (mi) engagement with Engineering Solutions includes the following deliverables.

    Phase 1 visual inspection of all primary structural elements

    Phase 2 invasive evaluation when substantial structural deterioration is observed

    PE-sealed Milestone Inspection report formatted for your local jurisdiction

    Prioritized repair recommendations with engineering rationale

    Photographic documentation of all observed conditions

    Direct submittal support and code-official coordination

    Follow-up consultation with the board, manager, or owner

    Who It's For

    Who Needs This Service

    Our milestone inspections (mi) services support a wide range of clients across Florida and New England.

    Condominium and cooperative associations with buildings 3+ stories
    Property managers responsible for Florida SB 4D compliance
    Building owners approaching the 25- or 30-year inspection milestone
    HOA boards planning capital reserves and repair programs
    Insurers and lenders requiring documented structural condition
    How It Works

    Our Process

    01

    Initial Consultation

    We review building age, history, prior reports, and jurisdictional requirements to scope the inspection.

    02

    Phase 1 Visual Inspection

    On-site evaluation of all primary structural systems by a licensed Professional Engineer.

    03

    Phase 2 Investigation (if required)

    Targeted invasive testing and instrumented analysis only where Phase 1 findings warrant it.

    04

    Report & Recommendations

    PE-sealed report with findings, photos, and prioritized engineered repair recommendations.

    05

    Submittal & Follow-Up

    We help submit to your local building official and answer questions from boards, managers, and owners.

    Regional Service Areas

    Serving Florida & New England

    Engineering Solutions provides milestone inspection services across two primary regions, with licensed engineers familiar with the building codes, climate considerations, and regulatory requirements of each.

    Florida & Southeast

    Milestone Inspections are a Florida-specific mandate, and we perform them across Palm Beach County, Broward County, and Miami-Dade County — including Fort Lauderdale, Boca Raton, Miami, West Palm Beach, Deerfield Beach, Delray Beach, and Pompano Beach. Our engineers are fluent in the Florida Building Code and SB 4D requirements.

    New England

    While Milestone Inspections themselves are a Florida statute, condominium and multi-family owners in Massachusetts, Connecticut, Rhode Island, New Hampshire, Vermont, and Maine face comparable structural-aging concerns. Our New England team provides equivalent Structural Conditions Assessments tailored to the region's snow-load, freeze-thaw, and historic-building considerations.

    Why Engineering Solutions

    Why Choose Engineering Solutions

    Multi-State Licensure

    Licensed Professional Engineers across Florida and New England — one firm, two regions, fully credentialed teams.

    Regional Code Expertise

    Deep working knowledge of the Florida Building Code, FBC hurricane provisions, IBC, and Northeast snow-load and freeze-thaw requirements.

    Responsive Turnaround

    Direct access to senior engineers, prompt scheduling, and PE-sealed deliverables that keep your project on schedule.

    Full-Service Capability

    From inspection and assessment to design, restoration, and construction administration — a single accountable partner.

    Project Portfolio

    Recent Milestone Inspections (MI) Projects

    A selection of milestone inspection engagements our licensed structural engineers have delivered across Florida and New England.

    Cloister Beach Tower — Concrete Restoration in Boca Raton, FL
    Condominium

    Cloister Beach Tower

    Concrete Restoration

    Boca Raton, FL

    Sunny Isles Residences & Marina — Structural Investigation in Sunny Isles Beach, FL
    Condominium

    Sunny Isles Residences & Marina

    Structural Investigation

    Sunny Isles Beach, FL

    Phoenetia Avenue Residential Building — Structural & Electrical Recertification in Coral Gables, FL
    Residential

    Phoenetia Avenue Residential Building

    Structural & Electrical Recertification

    Coral Gables, FL

    Tivoli Terrace — Structural & Electrical Recertification in Deerfield Beach, FL
    Condominium

    Tivoli Terrace

    Structural & Electrical Recertification

    Deerfield Beach, FL

    Tivoli Springs — Structural & Electrical Recertification in Deerfield Beach, FL
    Condominium

    Tivoli Springs

    Structural & Electrical Recertification

    Deerfield Beach, FL

    Tivoli Lakes — Structural & Electrical Recertification in Deerfield Beach, FL
    Condominium

    Tivoli Lakes

    Structural & Electrical Recertification

    Deerfield Beach, FL

    Tivoli Courtyards — Structural & Electrical Recertification in Deerfield Beach, FL
    Condominium

    Tivoli Courtyards

    Structural & Electrical Recertification

    Deerfield Beach, FL

    Carlton Place Condominium — Structural Integrity Reserve Study (SIRS) in Palm Beach, FL
    Condominium

    Carlton Place Condominium

    Structural Integrity Reserve Study (SIRS)

    Palm Beach, FL

    St. Andrews at Palm Aire — Structural & Electrical Recertification in Pompano Beach, FL
    Condominium

    St. Andrews at Palm Aire

    Structural & Electrical Recertification

    Pompano Beach, FL

    Set Point Apartments — Structural Recertification in Oakland Park, FL
    Residential

    Set Point Apartments

    Structural Recertification

    Oakland Park, FL

    FAQs

    Frequently Asked Questions

    What is a Milestone Inspection?

    A Milestone Inspection is a mandatory structural review of Florida condominium and cooperative buildings three stories or higher, performed by a licensed structural engineer or architect at 25 years of age and every 10 years thereafter under Florida SB 4D.

    When is a Milestone Inspection required in Florida?

    Initial Milestone Inspections are required by the building's 25th year (or 30th year if located more than three miles from a coastline), and recurring inspections are required every 10 years afterward.

    What is the difference between Phase 1 and Phase 2?

    Phase 1 is a visual inspection of the primary structural systems. Phase 2 is only required if Phase 1 identifies substantial structural deterioration and includes invasive testing and detailed structural analysis.

    Who can perform a Milestone Inspection?

    Only a Florida-licensed Professional Engineer or licensed architect can sign and seal a Milestone Inspection report. Engineering Solutions performs all Milestone Inspections under a licensed PE.

    Do you serve buildings outside of Florida?

    Yes. We serve clients across Florida and New England. While Milestone Inspections are a Florida statute, we provide equivalent structural condition assessments in Massachusetts, Connecticut, Rhode Island, New Hampshire, Vermont, and Maine.

    Ready to Get Started?

    Contact us for a free consultation on your milestone inspections (mi) project.