What Happens During Threshold Special Inspections?
High-rise construction in South Florida doesn't move forward without a specific layer of oversight most people never see until something goes wrong. Threshold special inspections exist for exactly that reason. They are a legally required check on structural elements during construction and they apply to a narrower category of buildings than most owners assume. If you're managing a project in Broward County or planning shoring inspections, Fort Lauderdale crews will need before work starts understanding this process early can save real headaches later. What Is a Threshold Building, Exactly? A threshold building is defined under Florida law as any structure greater than three stories or 50 feet in height or one with an occupant load exceeding 500 people. Once a project meets that definition, threshold special inspections stop being optional. A licensed threshold inspector must be involved from the shoring and formwork stage through the placement of structural load-bearing com...