by Victoria Chon | Jan 26, 2023 | For Insurance Companies and Attorneys, For Owners, News, Residential
If your home sustained substantial damage you may face greater reconstruction costs due to Florida’s 50% rule. This rule states that if the repair costs to a building exceeds 50% of the market value for that structure, the building must be brought into compliance with...
by Victoria Chon | Nov 15, 2022 | Commercial, For Contractors, For Owners, Residential
If you are planning on undertaking any new construction, having a structural engineer on your team is essential. A structural engineer ensures that your project is structurally sound and safe. They’ll take into account the loads that will be placed on the...
by Victoria Chon | Sep 27, 2022 | Commercial, For Contractors, For Insurance Companies and Attorneys, For Marine Enterprises, For Owners, Residential, Uncategorized
Hurricanes and tropical storms can cause a great deal of damage to homes and businesses. In some cases, the structural damage may be so severe that it is unsafe to occupy the building. It is essential to have a structural engineer assess the extent of the damage as...
by Victoria Chon | Jun 12, 2022 | Commercial, Residential
Important changes in regulations create more necessity for structural inspections for Condominium Associations in Florida. In May of 2022, the “SB 4D-Building Safety Act for Condominium and Cooperative Associations” Bill was passed unanimously through both...
by Victoria Chon | Jan 18, 2022 | Commercial, For Architects, For Contractors, For Owners, Residential
Structural engineering plays a foundational role in modern society (pun intended). Depending on your location, the approach to structural engineering may vary based on the environment. For example, structural engineers in Orlando, Florida have sandy soil, swamps, and...
by Victoria Chon | Dec 28, 2021 | Commercial, For Architects, For Contractors, For Owners, Residential
Tampa and Orlando areas searching structural engineer near me for a structural inspection have come to the right place. Belt Engineering is a specialized structural engineering firm best equipped to meet the design and elemental challenges Florida is known for. For...
