Construction Permitting Document

CONSTRUCTION PERMITTING AGREEMENT

This Construction Permitting Agreement ("Agreement") is entered into as of by and between Owner Name: with address: , and Permit Agent / Contractor: with address: .

WHEREAS

WHEREAS, Owner intends to undertake construction work at the project location described below and requires permits, approvals and inspections from applicable authorities for the lawful commencement and completion of such work; and

WHEREAS, Contractor is retained to prepare, submit and prosecute permit applications, provide required documentation and coordinate inspections and is duly qualified to perform such services; and

WHEREAS, the parties desire to set forth the scope, timeline, fees and responsibilities applicable to permit procurement and related administrative services.

Project Information

Scope of Work

Contractor shall perform all services necessary to obtain permits and approvals described herein, including preparation of applications, submission to the permitting authorities, responding to agency comments, coordination of required reports and attendance at meetings as necessary.

Permit Types and Documentation

The following permit types are anticipated. Check all that apply and attach or describe required documents in the field below.

Building Permit    Electrical Permit    Plumbing Permit

Mechanical Permit    Site/Grading Permit    Other

Payment Terms

Owner shall pay Contractor the fees set forth for permit procurement services. Payment is due in accordance with the schedule below. All fees are exclusive of taxes and any fees charged by permitting authorities unless otherwise stated.

Late payments shall incur a late fee equal to on the unpaid balance, commencing thirty (30) days after the invoice due date. Owner remains responsible for permitting authority fees and reimbursements even if permit is denied.

Term and Termination

This Agreement shall commence on and shall continue until unless earlier terminated as provided below.

Either party may terminate this Agreement for cause upon written notice if the other party materially breaches its obligations and fails to cure within days after receipt of written notice. Upon termination, Owner shall pay Contractor for services performed and expenses incurred through the effective date of termination.

Confidentiality

Each party shall maintain in confidence all non-public information and documents provided by the other party in connection with the services, and shall not disclose such information except (i) to employees, consultants or subcontractors on a need-to-know basis who are bound by confidentiality obligations, (ii) as required by law or governmental order, or (iii) with the prior written consent of the disclosing party. Confidential information does not include information that is or becomes generally available to the public other than by breach of this Agreement.

Acknowledgement of confidentiality obligations:

Insurance and Indemnification

Contractor shall maintain insurance coverage customary for permitting and construction administration services, including commercial general liability and professional liability in amounts not less than those specified below and shall provide certificates of insurance upon Owner's request.

Contractor shall indemnify, defend and hold Owner harmless from and against all claims, liabilities, losses and expenses arising out of Contractor's negligence or willful misconduct in performing the services, except to the extent caused by Owner's negligence or breach of this Agreement.

Inspections, Approvals and Records

Contractor will coordinate required inspections with permitting authorities and will notify Owner of inspection dates. Contractor will use commercially reasonable efforts to obtain final approvals, but cannot guarantee issuance of permits or approvals. Contractor shall maintain records of applications, correspondence and approvals for a period of at least three (3) years after final approval and shall provide copies to Owner upon request.

Compliance with Law; Permitting Authority Rules

Contractor shall perform its services in accordance with applicable codes, ordinances and regulations. Owner acknowledges that permitting authorities may impose conditions, require additional documentation or change processing timelines. Contractor shall notify Owner promptly of any such requirements and additional fees or scope changes required to obtain permits.

Governing Law

This Agreement shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of without regard to its conflict of laws principles.

Entire Agreement and Amendment

This Agreement, including any schedules or attachments executed by the parties, constitutes the entire agreement between the parties with respect to the subject matter and supersedes all prior negotiations, representations and agreements. Any amendment or modification must be in writing and signed by both parties.

If any provision of this Agreement is held to be invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall remain in full force and effect.

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