As the architect in this situation I would report my concern to the contractor, and if they are still unresponsive I would issue written notice of the situation to the owner. Under AIA A201 Owner-Contractor Agreement the owner is entitled to either perform the required work themselves and remove the costs from the contract...
a. The significance of substantial completion is: – it is the end of the contract time (owner-contractor agreement) – it begins the warranty/correction period – it begins the period for statute of limitations on professional liability – it signifies the work is complete enough for the owner to occupy the space for its intended...
A licensed architect’s responsibilities are outlined in both the California Architect’s Practice Act and the Owner-Architect Agreement, AIA B101. The architect is charged with acting in accordance with the standard-of-care in preparation and administration (responsible control) of the instruments of service in connection with a contracted project. If a construction manager were involved in...
What items must the contract contain? a. A contract is required for architectural services unless the work is pro-bono, part of an existing on-going agreement with a client, the client has requested that no contract be formed after being informed of the statutory requirement, the work is for a licensed surveyor or structural engineer....
How would your options and response change depending on the stage of the project? Regardless of the stage of the project, the first step would be to contact the owner or owner’s representative to discuss the issue and make sure they are aware. If payment is subsequently not made, I would provide written notice...
Sometimes owners proceed with the contract and the construction prematurely, before having in hand all such essentials as clear title to the land, lessor’s permission, legal rights of way, adequate construction financing, or all necessary governmental approvals. The lack of any of these indispensable elements at the appropriate time could result in a work...
As the B101 is being written, the owner wants you to provide programming as part of the design contract. What steps from now to bidding do you take? Programing is typically provided by the Owner, therefore… Increase the fee, & adjust the front end of the schedule accordingly. After signing the contract, I would...
1. Not responsible for damage caused by unauthorized changes to signed and stamped documents (as long as authorization was not unreasonably withheld) 2. Signing and stamping of documents does not impose a legal duty to observe the construction of fixed works 3. Construction Observation means periodic observation of completed work to determine general compliance...
MUST HAVE a signed contract before starting work (unless client knowingly states in writing that work may be commenced before the contract is executed) Necessary Elements of a contract* 1. Description of services to be provided by arch to client 2. Basis of compensation & method of payment 3. Info: Name, address, lic. #...