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Property Management Compliance Checklist

Fire Safety • HVAC • Plumbing • Electrical • ADA • Building Envelope

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Fire & Life Safety

NFPA 1, 72, 25

Fire Detection & Alarm

Task / Inspection ItemFrequencyDate CompletedInitials
Fire alarm panel inspectionMonthly
Smoke detector test (common areas)Monthly
In-unit smoke detector verificationAnnual/Turnover
Carbon monoxide detector testMonthly
Fire alarm annual inspectionAnnual
Voice evacuation system testQuarterly

Fire Suppression

Task / Inspection ItemFrequencyDate CompletedInitials
Fire extinguisher visual inspectionMonthly
Fire extinguisher annual serviceAnnual
Sprinkler system visual inspectionWeekly/Monthly
Sprinkler system quarterly inspectionQuarterly
Fire pump testWeekly/Annual
Standpipe/FDC inspectionQuarterly/Annual

Egress & Emergency

Task / Inspection ItemFrequencyDate CompletedInitials
Exit sign illumination checkMonthly
Emergency lighting 30-second testMonthly
Emergency lighting 90-minute testAnnual
Stairwell door operation checkMonthly
Fire door inspectionAnnual
Fire drill (staff)Quarterly
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Building Systems

Local Building Codes

HVAC Systems

Task / Inspection ItemFrequencyDate CompletedInitials
Common area HVAC filter changeMonthly/Quarterly
Boiler inspectionAnnual
Cooling tower maintenanceMonthly
Make-up air unit inspectionQuarterly
Central plant equipment serviceQuarterly

Plumbing Systems

Task / Inspection ItemFrequencyDate CompletedInitials
Water heater temperature check (120F max)Monthly
Backflow preventer testAnnual
Sump pump testMonthly
Water pressure checkMonthly
Domestic water system flushPer vacancy guidance

Electrical Systems

Task / Inspection ItemFrequencyDate CompletedInitials
Electrical panel inspectionAnnual
Common area GFCI testMonthly
Emergency generator testMonthly
Generator load bank testAnnual
Parking lot lighting checkWeekly
Common area lighting checkWeekly
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Elevators & Vertical Transport

ASME A17.1 / State Codes

Elevator Maintenance

Task / Inspection ItemFrequencyDate CompletedInitials
Elevator preventive maintenanceMonthly
Elevator safety inspectionAnnual
Elevator emergency phone testMonthly
Elevator inspection certificate postingAnnual
Elevator cab lighting checkWeekly
Elevator door sensor testMonthly

ADA Compliance

Task / Inspection ItemFrequencyDate CompletedInitials
Elevator braille signageAnnual
Elevator audible signalsMonthly
Elevator button height verificationAnnual
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Accessibility & Fair Housing

ADA / FHA

Common Area Accessibility

Task / Inspection ItemFrequencyDate CompletedInitials
Accessible entrance conditionMonthly
Accessible route clearanceWeekly
Ramp and handrail conditionMonthly
Accessible parking signageMonthly
Pool/amenity accessibilityMonthly
Accessible restroom (if public)Monthly

Fair Housing Compliance

Task / Inspection ItemFrequencyDate CompletedInitials
Reasonable accommodation request logOngoing
Pet/assistance animal policy reviewAnnual
Marketing materials accessibility reviewAnnual
Staff fair housing trainingAnnual
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Environmental Compliance

EPA / State Regs

Lead Paint (Pre-1978)

Task / Inspection ItemFrequencyDate CompletedInitials
Lead paint disclosure (new leases)Per lease
Lead-safe work practices (renovations)Per project
Lead paint condition inspectionAnnual
Lead paint pamphlet distributionPer lease

Asbestos Management

Task / Inspection ItemFrequencyDate CompletedInitials
Asbestos survey (if applicable)Initial/Renovation
Asbestos-containing material inventoryAnnual review
Asbestos condition assessmentAnnual

Waste & Pest Control

Task / Inspection ItemFrequencyDate CompletedInitials
Trash compactor/dumpster area cleanlinessDaily
Recycling program complianceOngoing
Integrated pest management (IPM)Monthly/Quarterly
Bed bug protocol compliancePer report
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Unit Turnover & Maintenance

State Landlord-Tenant Law

Move-In/Move-Out

Task / Inspection ItemFrequencyDate CompletedInitials
Move-in inspection documentationPer move-in
Move-out inspection documentationPer move-out
Security deposit documentationPer lease
Unit condition photosPer turnover

Unit Safety Checks

Task / Inspection ItemFrequencyDate CompletedInitials
Smoke detector installation/testPer turnover
CO detector installation/testPer turnover
Window guard installation (if required)Per turnover
GFCI outlet testPer turnover
Lock change/rekeyPer turnover
Appliance safety checkPer turnover

Habitability Standards

Task / Inspection ItemFrequencyDate CompletedInitials
Heating system verificationPer turnover/Annual
Hot water availability (min temp)Per turnover
Plumbing fixture operationPer turnover
Weather-tight conditionPer turnover
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Grounds & Amenities

Local Codes / Best Practices

Pool & Spa (if applicable)

Task / Inspection ItemFrequencyDate CompletedInitials
Pool water chemistry testDaily (in season)
Pool safety equipment checkDaily (in season)
Pool fence/gate inspectionMonthly
Pool drain cover compliance (VGB)Annual
Pool operator certificationPer state requirement

Grounds Maintenance

Task / Inspection ItemFrequencyDate CompletedInitials
Parking lot/sidewalk conditionWeekly
Trip hazard inspectionWeekly
Snow/ice removal (seasonal)As needed
Landscaping maintenanceWeekly/Monthly
Exterior lighting checkWeekly

Security Systems

Task / Inspection ItemFrequencyDate CompletedInitials
Access control system testMonthly
Security camera functionalityWeekly
Intercom/call box testMonthly
Gate/barrier operationMonthly
Disclaimer: This checklist is based on NFPA codes, local building codes, and industry best practices. Requirements vary by property type and jurisdiction. Verify with your local AHJ.
Last updated: February 2026 • Sources: NFPA, Local Codes, BOMA infodeck.io/resources/property-management-compliance-checklist