How Often Does a Florida Multifamily Property Need a CPTED Assessment?

The statutory age limit

For a property seeking the presumption against liability described in F.S. 768.0706, the statute provides for a CPTED assessment that is no more than three years old. This is an age limit within the statutory framework, not a statement that every Florida multifamily property is universally required to obtain an assessment every three years.

When earlier review may be sensible

A major renovation, new access-control system, material landscaping change, change in site use, acquisition, operational transition, or significant shift in surrounding conditions can make earlier review useful. Installed measures also require maintenance and verification between formal assessments.

Track the assessment as an operating record

Record the assessment date, assessor qualification, recommendations, implementation decisions, completed work, and follow-up observations. Calendar a review well before the three-year threshold if the property is pursuing the statutory presumption.

Coordinate the legal and operational timelines

Counsel should advise on the current statute and the property’s circumstances. The assessment team should separately plan site work, reporting, implementation, and ongoing documentation.

Primary sources

• Florida Statutes — F.S. 768.0706