ARE CE #10

Question 1

During construction, a portion of the foundation of the building next door is undermined. What
should the Contractor do?

Answer 1

The A201 General Conditions states the Contractor must act at their discretion to protect the safety of people and property
of any threatened damage, injury or loss.

Question 2

How long after Substantial Completion is the Contractor required to correct any work not in compliance with Contract
Documents?

Answer 2

One year. The A201 General Conditions states the Contractor must correct any work not in accordance to the Contract Documents within one year after date of Substantial Completion (after receiving
written notice from the Owner.)

Question 3

What is the Certificate of Occupancy?

Answer 3

An official document from the local building code enforcement department stating that the project has met all applicable codes and is ready for it's
designated purpose (ready to move in).

Question 4

What is an application for payment?

Answer 4

A Contractor’s written request for payment for the amount due based on the work completed or materials stored on site. Also
called a request for payment.

Question 5

What are progress payments?

Answer 5

Payments made to the Contractor during progress on the construction, based on the work completed or the materials purchased
and stored on-site

Question 6

What is Arbitration?

Answer 6

Arbitration is an alternative to litigating (going to court over) a dispute. One (or possibly more) arbitrators listens to both
sides and renders a decision