Home Renovation Basement Design Template

Home Renovation Basement Design Template

Parties and Effective Date

This Home Renovation Basement Design Agreement (the "Agreement") is entered into as of by and between:

WHEREAS

WHEREAS, Client desires to engage Contractor to provide design services, plans, specifications and related project administration for the renovation of the basement at the property located at (the "Project");

WHEREAS, Contractor represents that Contractor is qualified, experienced and duly licensed (if required) to perform design and renovation services, license or registration number: ;

WHEREAS, the parties wish to set forth the terms under which Contractor will perform the design services and provide deliverables for the Project.

Scope of Work

Contractor shall provide professional basement design and renovation services including, but not limited to, concept design, space planning, construction drawings, coordination with structural, mechanical, electrical and plumbing consultants (as required), permit document preparation, and site coordination during construction. Specific deliverables, exclusions and performance standards are as follows:

Included work items (check applicable): Demolition Framing Electrical work Plumbing work HVAC modifications

Payment Terms

Client shall pay Contractor for services rendered and materials supplied in accordance with the following terms.

Late Payment: Unpaid amounts shall incur a late fee of % per month, commencing after a grace period of days from date of invoice.

Schedule of Work

Anticipated project start date: . Estimated completion date: .

Term and Termination

The term of this Agreement commences on the effective date and continues until the completion of the Project or until terminated as provided herein. Either party may terminate for convenience by providing written notice to the other party at least days prior to termination.

Termination for cause: Either party may terminate immediately for material breach if the breaching party fails to cure the breach within days after receipt of written notice specifying the breach.

Confidentiality

Each party shall maintain in confidence all non-public information and design documentation disclosed by the other party in connection with the Project. Confidential information shall not be used or disclosed except as necessary to perform obligations under this Agreement. The confidentiality obligations shall survive termination for a period of years.

Permits, Inspections and Approvals

Responsibility for permits and approvals (select one or both): Contractor Client

Contractor shall coordinate required inspections and shall notify Client of all inspections required for final acceptance. Client shall provide reasonable access for inspections and shall not withhold approval unreasonably.

Change Orders

All changes to the Scope of Work shall be documented in a written change order stating the changes, adjustments to compensation and any extension to the schedule. Work performed outside an executed change order shall be billed to Client and Client shall pay for such work.

Warranties, Insurance, and Indemnification

Contractor warrants that design services will be provided in a professional manner consistent with industry standards for a period of months from final acceptance. Contractor shall maintain commercial general liability insurance and, where applicable, workers' compensation insurance. Contractor agrees to indemnify and hold Client harmless from claims arising from Contractor's negligence or willful misconduct.

Mechanics' Liens and Payment

Contractor shall not file any lien against the Project property if Client has complied with the payment provisions. Contractor shall, upon final payment, provide lien waivers from Contractor and its major subcontractors and suppliers to the extent applicable.

Governing Law

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

Entire Agreement

This Agreement, including any executed attachments and change orders, constitutes the entire agreement between the parties with respect to the Project and supersedes all prior negotiations, representations and agreements, whether written or oral. No amendment shall be effective unless in writing and signed by both parties.

Acceptance and Acknowledgment

By signing below, Client and Contractor acknowledge that they have read, understood and agree to be bound by the terms of this Agreement. Client confirms receipt of initial design documents, has reviewed applicable site conditions, and accepts responsibility for any undisclosed conditions affecting the scope or cost.

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