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Soft-Story Sale Readiness Checklist

Review soft-story documentation before buyers start diligence.

By Don Favia · Updated July 3, 2026

Direct Answer

Review soft-story documentation before buyers start diligence.

City notice or exemption status is availableEngineering reports are organizedPermit status is documentedCompleted work has final sign-offOpen bids or remaining scope are clearCosts are separated from ordinary repairsDisclosure plan has been reviewed with counsel

File Readiness

A low score means buyers may need more documentation before underwriting retrofit risk.