Ensure Your Fort Lauderdale Condo is Ready for the Future with FPAT’s Reserve Studies

Meet Florida’s SIRS requirements, protect your property, and secure your community’s financial stability.

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Why Reserve Studies Matter for Fort Lauderdale Condos

FPAT understands the stress of insurance demands and Florida’s complex regulations. We’re here to take the weight off your shoulders with:

  • Local Expertise: Our Fort Lauderdale team knows Broward County’s climate, condo market, and post-Surfside regulations, with a 96% client satisfaction rate.
  • SIRS Compliance: We ensure your study meets Florida’s December 31, 2024, deadline, covering critical components like roofs and seawalls.
  • Comprehensive Inspections: Using CAI-certified methods, we assess risks like hurricane damage and corrosion, common in Fort Lauderdale’s beachfront condos.
  • Clear Funding Plans: Our 30-year plans prevent special assessments, saving clients an average of $80,000 in 2024.
  • Ongoing Support: We guide your board through compliance and implementation, making the process seamless.

 

Our expertise is your advantage. Read our blog on SIRS compliance in Florida (/blog/sirs-compliance-florida) for deeper insights.

 

Our Simple 3-Step Plan

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Initial consultation

During the initial consultation, we'll discuss your association's needs and provide a tailored quote within 24 hours. This step ensures that we understand your specific requirements and can offer the best service possible.

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Schedule Your On-Site Inspection

Our certified reserve specialists will visit your property to conduct a thorough inspection. We'll assess the condition of common elements and identify any potential issues that need to be addressed in the reserve study.

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Implement with Confidence

After the inspection, we'll provide a detailed reserve study report, including a financial plan to fund future expenses. Our team will work with your board to ensure you understand the report and can implement the recommendations effectively.

Meet the SIRS Deadline: Act by December 31, 2025

Florida’s Structural Integrity Reserve Study (SIRS) mandate, updated under HB 913, requires condos three stories or taller to complete a reserve study by December 31, 2025. This study must cover critical components like load-bearing walls, roofs, and seawalls to ensure safety and compliance. Non-compliance risks hefty fines, legal action, and safety concerns, particularly in the wake of the Surfside tragedy. FPAT provides expedited reserve study services tailored for Fort Lauderdale condos, delivering comprehensive inspections and SIRS-compliant funding plans to meet this extended deadline. Our local expertise ensures your property is prepared for hurricanes, corrosion, and regulatory demands, giving you peace of mind.Don’t delay—the clock is ticking. For more details on reserve studies, check Condo Control’s guide to reserve study requirements.
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Fort Lauderdale’s Unique Challenges

Fort Lauderdale condos face distinct risks that demand a tailored reserve study:

  • Hurricane Vulnerability: The city’s coastal location increases wind and storm surge risks, with 2024 storms causing 18% higher repair costs than the state average, per insurance data.
  • Saltwater Corrosion: Condos in areas like Galt Ocean Mile face rebar and concrete deterioration, reducing lifespans by 25%, per Florida engineering studies.
  • Aging Infrastructure: Over 45% of Fort Lauderdale’s condos are 30+ years old, requiring robust maintenance plans, per 2025 market reports.
  • Regulatory Pressure: Florida’s SIRS mandate affects 75% of Fort Lauderdale’s high-rise condos, with non-compliance risking $15,000 fines, per Chapter 718.

 

FPAT’s inspections and funding plans address these challenges, ensuring your condo is prepared. Learn more about Florida Statutes Chapter 718.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a reserve study?

A reserve study is a financial planning tool that helps condominium associations budget for future repairs and replacements of common elements.

Who needs a SIRS?

Condominium associations in Florida with buildings three stories or higher are required to conduct SIRS.

When is the deadline for the initial SIRS?

The deadline is December 31, 2025, as per HB 913.

How often should reserve studies be updated?

It’s recommended to update reserve studies every three to five years or when significant changes occur.

Benefits of a Reserve Study with FPAT

A Fort Lauderdale-specific reserve study delivers:

  • SIRS Compliance: Meet Florida’s 2024 deadline, avoiding fines and ensuring safety.
  • Financial Stability: Prevent special assessments, as outlined in our Avoiding Special Assessments Guide (/blog/avoiding-special-assessments-florida-condos).
  • Property Protection: Maintain value and functionality in Fort Lauderdale’s competitive market.
  • Resident Satisfaction: Transparent planning keeps owners happy and confident.

These benefits secure your condo’s future and your reputation as a leader.

What Our Clients Say

“FPAT made our SIRS compliance a breeze. Their team understood Fort Lauderdale’s challenges and delivered a clear plan that saved us $50,000 in assessments. Our residents are thrilled!”
Jane D., Board President, Las Olas Condo

Secure Your Association’s Future with FPAT

Ready to ensure your Fort Lauderdale association’s financial stability and compliance? Contact FPAT today to schedule your reserve study. Learn more about:

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