Florida Threshold Inspections

Certified Threshold Inspectors in Florida for High-Rise and Large-Scale Structures

Are you constructing a high-rise, large public building, or commercial facility in Florida? Then your project likely qualifies as a threshold building, requiring inspection by a Florida-licensed Special Inspector.

At Condo Milestone, our experienced engineers are certified to perform threshold inspections across the state. We help contractors, developers, and property owners ensure code compliance, avoid delays, and pass structural inspections—on time and on budget.

What is a Threshold Building in Florida?

According to Florida Statute §553.71(12) and the Florida Building Code, a threshold building is defined as:

Any building greater than 3 stories or 50 feet in height, or

Any building with an assembly occupancy exceeding 5,000 sq. ft. or more than 500 people.

Such buildings are legally required to have a Special Inspector assigned to conduct structural inspections throughout the construction process.

Our Florida Threshold Inspections Services

We provide comprehensive threshold inspection and reporting services from permit to completion, including:

Pre-Construction Plan Review

Ensure plans meet threshold building criteria and code expectations before construction begins.

Structural Inspection During Construction

On-site inspections of load-bearing systems, reinforcing steel, concrete pours, connections, anchors, columns, beams, and frames.

Daily Logs & Compliance Reports

Detailed reporting for each phase of construction. Prepared for submission to local Building Officials and project owners.

Final Certification

Signed and sealed documentation that the structure complies with all applicable Florida codes and engineering standards.

Who Needs a Threshold Inspector in Florida?

Our threshold inspection services are ideal for:

Developers of Multi-Story Buildings

General Contractors & Subcontractors

Civil and Structural Engineering Firms

Commercial and Industrial Facilities

Schools, Stadiums, Churches, and Public Venues

📍 We work with construction teams across Florida — from Miami to Orlando to Tampa Bay.

Why Choose EMA Engineers as Your Threshold Inspector?

✅ Florida Licensed Special Inspectors (SI) for 26 years
✅ Full Code Compliance with FBPE & FBC
✅ Decades of Structural Engineering Experience
✅ Timely Inspections, No Delays. Performed million of dollar building threshold inspections
✅ Trusted by Leading Builders and Architects
✅ Digital Daily Logs & Permit Portal Submission Support

Areas We Serve in Florida

We inspect threshold buildings in all major metro areas and counties:

Central Florida – Orlando, Kissimmee, Ocala

West Florida – Tampa, Sarasota, St. Pete

South Florida – Miami, Fort Lauderdale, West Palm

East Coast – Daytona, Melbourne, Cocoa Beach

📣 Hire a Florida Certified Threshold Inspector Today

Don’t risk construction delays, code violations, or unsafe structures. Let our licensed Special Inspectors keep your project compliant and moving forward.

📞 Call Today: (321) 355-6052
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📋 FAQ

Q: What buildings qualify as threshold structures in Florida?
A: Buildings over 3 stories or 50 feet tall, or those with large assembly occupancy (5,000 sq. ft. or 500+ people), require threshold inspections.

Q: What’s the difference between a regular and a threshold inspection?
A: Threshold inspections are state-mandated special inspections performed by a licensed Special Inspector, focusing on structural safety for large buildings.

Q: Who assigns the threshold inspector?
A: The building owner or contractor hires the inspector, but the Building Official must approve the choice and receive regular reports.

Q: Do you provide stamped reports for city permit approval?
A: Yes. We provide sealed reports and certificates for city officials and code enforcement officers.

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Structural Threshold Inspections

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EMA can provide structural threshold inspections as stated below per Florida Statues

Florida Building Threshold Inspections

New building construction require Threshold Inspections per Chapter 553.71, Florida Statutes, defines a threshold building as any structure greater than three stories or 50 feet in height, or has an “assembly” occupancy classification that exceeds 5,000 square feet and an occupant content of greater than 500 persons (the latter applying to venues such as churches, gymnasiums, and conference centers).

Simply put, if the building is tall or holds a lot of people, by law, a threshold building inspector is required to inspect its structural elements during construction to ensure compliance with the permitted construction documents. A list of the structural elements, as well as non-structural elements, that require inspection can be found in the Florida Building Code, which is based on the International Building Code.

Threshold building inspections are performed by a state-certified Special Inspector (SI), yours truly, or a duly authorized representative of the certified SI. The term threshold inspector is simply another designation given to a Florida-certified Special Inspector who performs inspections on threshold buildings. (The titles of Special Inspector and Threshold Inspector are commonly used synonymously in Florida.)

As a Florida-certified Special Inspector, I am tasked with performing structural inspections, as well as maintaining inspection and deficiency logbooks, and reviewing all inspection and testing reports. Additionally, before, during, and after a project, I must effectively communicate between four different entities: the owner, the structural engineer of record (SER), the city or county, and the general contractor. This flow of communication is vital because it can affect the project schedule.

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Who do you work for?

Threshold Inspectors or Special inspectors SI are hired directly by the fee owner of the project via a standalone contract. Therefore, the owner, or owner’s representative, must be informed on a regular basis of the progress of my work because they are, after all, signing my check.

Who defines your scope of work?

The structural engineer of record is required to specify the project as a threshold project, based on the criteria previously mentioned. The SER then lays out a special inspection plan that is included in the final permitted construction documents, which lists the structural elements I am required to inspect.

So, communication with the SER is key if deficiencies are discovered, or if field conditions require modification.

Who qualifies you to perform Structural Threshold Inspections ?

Aside from being certified by the state as an SI, I have to be approved by the local jurisdiction — whether it’s the city or the county — to perform threshold inspections in that particular municipality. I must verify that the work being performed on-site by the contractor is in compliance with the permitted construction documents on record with the local building department.

So, basically, I am their eyes for all items on the special inspection plan.

Who schedules your services on the construction site?

That lucky winner is the general contractor, whom I remain in constant communication with as my threshold inspections are dictated by the construction schedule. The general contractor plays a key role in the process, as they are the first to be notified if any deficiencies are found during my inspections. The most important aspect of my involvement as the threshold inspector is to aid in the oversight of the project to provide an extra layer of safety.

As part of the “Engineer’s Creed,” a professional engineer pledges to uphold the public welfare above all other considerations. And I’m ever mindful of this promise when it comes to what I do — whether it’s inspecting a patient tower, the foundation system of an automated people mover, or an airport terminal building.

At the end of the day, a threshold building inspection not only provides oversight for the structural integrity of a building throughout the construction process, but also helps increase the quality of the entire structure, both in its parts and as a whole.

Structural Threshold Inspections may include the following:

Structural Inspections Foundation

Structural inspections masonry

Structural inspections concrete & steel structures

Structural 40 Year recertification inspections

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Project construction inspections.
Hurricane damage Inspections
Special buildings Inspection
Quality Assurance Inspections
Structural damage Inspections
Fire Damage Inspections
Residential/Commercial Inspections
Structural Sinkhole Inspections

Threshold Structural Inspections Details

Flood Inspections Retaining Structures

Foundation inspections

Tilt wall building inspections

Structural Steel inspections

Roof Structural Threshold Inspections
Structural Framing Inspections
Structural Shoring Inspections

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Structural Threshold INSPECTIONS Vs Forensic Roof Inspections

Structural forensic roof inspections or quality control monitoring and proper inspection of a roofing system will provide a good water tight roof. It is important to monitor the condition of the roofing system through proper inspection at frequent time intervals to discover damage to the roof. Small imperfections can be corrected with minimal maintenance. No roof system can be expected to give long term performance without some attention and maintenance. Too frequently, roofs are forgotten until a leak develops. Most problems begin in a small way and if left undetected, develop into a more expensive need for repairs, or in the extreme, need replacement of the roof.

A Infrared Inspections consists of the following elements:

Infrared Inspection: To pinpoint and identify moisture within the roof mat.

Roof Moisture Verification: Infrared roof testing is performed to verify areas of moisture.

Observations and Findings: Results of the investigation.

Drawings: Location of infrared findings of additional suspected moisture.

The summary of infrared analysis and thermograms correspond to areas shown on drawings.

EMA Florida Structural Inspections Techniques include: