Cal. Civ. Code §5550
Reserve Study Requirements
Associations must conduct a visual site inspection of major components every three years, prepare or update a reserve study, and disclose the reserve funding plan to members in the annual budget report.
Reserves
| Ref | Requirement |
|---|---|
| (a) | The board must have a professional inspect major building components at least every 3 years. |
| (a) | A professional must inspect the building's major parts (roof, plumbing, etc.) every 3 years. |
| (b) | The reserve study must list what needs replacing, when, and how much it will cost. |
| (b) | Owners must be told how much is saved for future repairs and whether it's enough. |
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References
- Cal. Civ. Code §5300 References
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