Project ID
Site name, address, parcel or lot number, owner and contractor legal names, and project reference numbers used for permits and contracts.
A precise scope reduces disputes, supports accurate permits and bids, and documents safety and regulatory requirements. It clarifies who does what, when, and under what conditions so obligations and costs are transparent to owners, contractors, and regulators.
The Demolition Project Scope Document is created and reviewed by multiple project stakeholders before demolition begins.
Everyone named in the scope should review and sign or e-sign the final version to show agreement before work starts.
Site name, address, parcel or lot number, owner and contractor legal names, and project reference numbers used for permits and contracts.
A precise list of structures, materials, and systems to be removed or demolished, including floor-by-floor or area-by-area breakdowns and measurable acceptance criteria.
Asbestos, lead, mold, underground storage tanks, and other hazardous materials: required surveys, abatement procedures, and disposal locations.
Permit types, issuing authority, permit numbers if available, required inspections, and who is responsible for filing and fees.
Start/finish dates, milestones for utility disconnection, abatement completion, staged demolition segments, and inspection windows.
Inspection criteria, punchlist process, lien waivers, retainage amounts, and final acceptance steps tied to payment releases.
| Field | Configuration |
|---|---|
| Notification | Email and SMS alerts to signing parties |
| Approvals | Sequential routing: owner → contractor → inspector |
| Permits | Attach permit application copies |
| Attachments | Site plans, surveys, abatement reports |
Use PDF or DOCX formats for final scopes and keep editable copies for revisions.
Store signed PDFs for recordkeeping; keep an editable master file to generate amendments and new versions as needed.
Expect 2–8 weeks for municipal permit review depending on complexity
Survey and abatement often require 2–6 weeks before demolition
Coordinate 1–3 weeks in advance with utilities
Inspector availability can add 1–4 weeks
Allow 1–3 weeks after demolition for final documentation
Complete site and hazardous materials surveys prior to bids and permit filing.
Secure all required municipal permits and utility clearances before mobilization.
Finish abatement and obtain clearance documentation before structural demolition.
Inspector signs final acceptance, enabling retainage release and project closeout.
Martin Properties standardized scopes and executed them online for multiple demolition projects
BIS used digital scope templates integrated with procurement systems