Short answer: Broward County's Building Code Division is the elevator authority for every city in the county. Certificates expire July 31 each year, and registered third-party inspectors must file in the County's POSSE system within 5 calendar days. IEI inspects, files on time and tracks your renewal.
Who certifies elevators in Broward County?
| Authority having jurisdiction | Broward County Building Code Division, Elevator Section |
|---|---|
| Coverage | All of Broward County. The County is the regional elevator authority for every municipality. |
| Certificate cycle | Certificates expire July 31 each year; pay before August 1 to avoid a late fee. Owners can renew online. |
| How reports are filed | Registered third-party inspectors file only through the County's POSSE system within 5 calendar days of the inspection, and must record the technician's Certificate of Competency number. |
What to know in Broward County
- A Category 1 test and periodic inspection are required every year, and a Category 5 test every five years.
- A signed Record of Visit is required after each maintenance visit.
- A Temporary Petition for Variance is available for corrections that take longer than 90 days, such as door lock monitoring.
Source: Broward County Building Code Division. Reviewed 2026-11-03; confirm fees and current requirements with the AHJ.
Our services in Broward County
- Annual Elevator Inspections (Category 1)
- Category 5 (Five-Year) Test Witnessing
- Category 3 Hydraulic Elevator Tests
- Escalator and Moving Walk Inspections
- Wheelchair Lift and Platform Lift Inspections
- Re-Inspections and Violation Call-Backs
- Certificate of Operation Renewal and AHJ Coordination
- Maintenance, modernization and compliance consulting
Frequently asked questions
When do Broward County elevator certificates expire?
July 31 each year. Renewals paid on or after August 1 incur a late fee, so we schedule inspections well before the deadline.
Can IEI handle inspections across all of our Broward buildings?
Yes. We keep one certificate calendar per property and per unit, schedule each inspection at least 60 days before expiration, and handle the AHJ filing for every building.