MULTI-FAMILY UNIT RENOVATION OVERSIGHT CHECKLIST 2026

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--- PRE-RENOVATION PLANNING & BUDGETING ---
[ ] Project Start Date
[ ] Estimated Renovation Budget ($)
[ ] Renovation Scope Category (Full Unit Gut Renovation, Cosmetic Refresh, Structural/Major Systems Update, Exterior/Common Area Improvement)
[ ] Required Permits Required (Electrical Permit, Plumbing Permit, Structural Permit, Building Permit)
[ ] Approved Budget Spreadsheet
[ ] Project Manager Approval

--- RESIDENT NOTIFICATION & LOGISTICS ---
[ ] Notice Delivery Date
[ ] Notification Method (Email, Physical Door Hanger, In-Person Meeting, Certified Mail)
[ ] Detailed Renovation Scope for Residents
[ ] Affected Building Areas (Unit Interior, Common Hallways, Parking Garage, Lobby/Entryway, Outdoor Amenities)
[ ] Copy of Sent Notice/Letter
[ ] Property Manager Confirmation

--- DEMOLITION & STRUCTURAL INSPECTION ---
[ ] Demolition Start Date
[ ] Structural Integrity Status (No Issues Found, Minor Issues Identified, )
[ ] Debris Removal Completed (Interior Trash Removed, Hazardous Materials Disposed, Dumpster Cleared, Common Area Cleaned)
[ ] Structural Findings & Observations
[ ] Photos of Post-Demolition Site
[ ] Site Supervisor Approval

--- MECHANICAL, ELECTRICAL, & PLUMBING (MEP) VERIFICATION ---
[ ] Inspected MEP Components (Electrical Panel & Circuit Breakers, Wiring & Outlet Integrity, Plumbing Pipework & Leaks, HVAC Ductwork & Ventilation, Water Heater Functionality)
[ ] Electrical Code Compliance Status (Compliant, Non-Compliant, Requires Remediation)
[ ] Identified Leaks or Faults
[ ] Post-Installation Inspection Photos
[ ] Site Supervisor Verification

--- INTERIOR FINISHES & AESTHETIC UPGRADES ---
[ ] Flooring Installation Status (Not Started, In Progress, Completed, Issues Detected)
[ ] Wall & Paint Quality Notes
[ ] Completed Aesthetic Upgrades (New Cabinetry Installed, Countertop Replacement, Backsplash Tiling, Interior Door Replacement, Baseboard & Trim Installation)
[ ] Finish Samples or Material Photos
[ ] Defect or Scratch Report
[ ] Project Manager Verification

--- SAFETY & BUILDING CODE COMPLIANCE ---
[ ] Smoke & CO Detector Functionality (Fully Operational, Requires Battery Replacement, Needs Unit Replacement, Non-Compliant)
[ ] Safety Inspection Checklist Items (Fire Extinguisher Pressure Verified, Egress Paths Clear of Obstructions, Emergency Lighting Functional, Carbon Monoxide Detectors Installed, Handrails & Guardrails Secure)
[ ] Last Fire Marshal Inspection Date
[ ] Building Permit & Compliance Certificate
[ ] Inspector/Contractor Verification Signature

--- APPLIANCE & FIXTURE INSTALLATION ---
[ ] Installed Appliances & Fixtures (Refrigerator, Stove/Oven, Dishwasher, Microwave, Garbage Disposal, Bathroom Vanity/Faucet, Smart Thermostat)
[ ] Operational Status (Fully Functional, Needs Minor Adjustment, Defective/Requires Replacement)
[ ] Model & Serial Number Verification
[ ] Installation Completion Date
[ ] Warranty & Manual Documentation
[ ] Site Supervisor Approval

--- POST-RENOVATION CLEANING & DEBRIS REMOVAL ---
[ ] Cleaning Completion Checklist (Windows and sills cleaned, Floors vacuumed and mopped, Cabinets and drawers wiped inside/out, Dust removal from ceilings and vents, Sanitization of all high-touch surfaces)
[ ] Post-Cleaning Inspection Photos
[ ] Debris Removal Status (All construction waste removed, Dumpster emptied and hauled, Recyclables processed)
[ ] Cleaning Supervisor Sign-off

--- FINAL WALKTHROUGH & PUNCH LIST COMPLETION ---
[ ] Inspection Completion Date
[ ] Overall Unit Condition Rating (Excellent, Good, Needs Minor Repairs, Failed Inspection)
[ ] Completed Areas Checklist (Kitchen Fixtures & Hardware, Flooring & Baseboards, Electrical Outlets & Switches, Wall Paint & Drywall Integrity, Window & Door Functionality)
[ ] Detailed Punch List Items
[ ] Final Completion Photos
[ ] Project Manager Approval

--- PROJECT CLOSEOUT & DOCUMENTATION ---
[ ] Project Completion Date
[ ] Final Project Total Cost
[ ] Documents Uploaded (Final Building Permits, Contractor Invoices, Warranty Certificates, Updated Floor Plans, Photos of Finished Work)
[ ] Final Project Summary & Notes
[ ] Property Manager Approval Signature

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