Florida Structural Integrity Reserve Study (SIRS): 2026 Compliance Guide for Condominium Associations Last updated: January 2026 Overview Florida’s Structural Integrity Reserve Study (SIRS) is a mandatory condominium reserve study focused on the structural safety and long-term reserve funding of condominium buildings three stories or higher. Enacted in response to the 2021 Surfside condominium collapse, SIRS….
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What is Pooled Reserve Funding? A Practical Reserve Study Guide for Condos and HOAs
What Is Pooled Reserve Funding? A Practical Reserve Study Guide for Condos and HOAs Introduction Florida’s newer condominium reserve laws, particularly those tied to structural inspections, have many boards asking: “Should we switch to pooled reserve funding, and what does that really mean for our community?” This guide provides a detailed, practical explanation of pooled….
What Is Straight Line Funding? A Practical Reserve Study Guide for Florida Condos and HOAs
What Is Straight Line Funding? A Practical Reserve Study Guide for Condos and HOAs Introduction Reserve Studies and Structural Integrity Reserve Studies (SIRS) are a vital planning tool for condominium and homeowners association (HOA) communities, helping boards plan for long-term capital repairs and replacements. They help ensure that funds will be available to repair or….
How Much Does a Reserve Study Cost in Florida?
One of the most common questions asked by condominium and homeowners association boards across Florida is simple and reasonable: how much does a reserve study cost. The answer is rarely a single number. Reserve study pricing varies widely based on property characteristics, scope, and local conditions, particularly in South Florida markets like Miami, Fort Lauderdale,….
Best Practices for Condominium and HOA Meeting Minutes
Best Practices for Condominium and HOA Meeting Minutes Condominiums and HOA communities come in a wide variety of shapes and sizes, but when it comes down to considering the differences of all condos great and small, one thing is consistent — meeting minutes. This basic management tool is guided by governing documents, IRS regulations, and….
Why Your Condo Needs a Reserve Study Update in South Florida
A Reserve Study is one of the most important financial planning tools a condominium or HOA board can use. It’s not a one-time exercise, but a living document that should be refreshed as conditions, costs, and regulations change. Unfortunately, many associations in Miami-Dade, Broward, and Palm Beach counties wait too long between updates. By then,….
Condominium and HOA Meeting Minutes – Best Practices and Legal Considerations
Condominium and HOA Meeting Minutes – Best Practices and Legal Considerations Homeowner associations (HOAs) and condominium boards vary widely in size and structure, but one thing is consistent across every community: meeting minutes. Accurate minutes are a legal requirement, a historical record, and an essential management tool for every association. What Are Meeting Minutes? Meeting….
The Hidden Components That Can Sink Your Condo’s Reserve Budget
The Hidden Components That Can Sink Your Condo’s Reserve Budget in Miami-Dade and Broward If you are searching for a reserve study in Miami-Dade or Broward, the projects you can see from the street are only part of the story. Roof replacements, exterior painting, and paving are important. The real budget busters are often smaller….
Straight-Line vs. Pooled Reserve Funding: What Florida Condo Boards Need to Know for 2025
Straight-Line vs. Pooled Reserve Funding: What Florida Condo Boards Need to Know for 2025 New reserve funding requirements in Florida – especially those tied to Structural Integrity Reserve Studies (SIRS) – are prompting many condo associations to ask: “Should we be using straight-line or pooled funding for our reserves?” This article breaks down the two….
SIRS vs Traditional Reserve Study: What’s the Difference Under Florida Law?
Florida now requires many condominiums to complete a Structural Integrity Reserve Study (SIRS) – but that doesn’t replace a full reserve study. They serve different purposes. Here’s how they compare, what’s required, and what your building likely needs. What Is a SIRS? A SIRS is a legally mandated evaluation of critical structural and safety components…..