Office Renovation Agreement

OFFICE RENOVATION AGREEMENT

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

Parties

Owner Name:    Owner Contact:

Contractor Name:    Contractor License No.:

Property Identification

Scope of Work

Contractor shall furnish all labor, materials, equipment, supervision and services necessary to perform the renovation work described in the attached Scope of Work and any approved change orders (collectively, the "Work"). The Work includes, without limitation, demolition, structural modifications expressly set forth in the Scope of Work, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, finishes and patching required to deliver the Renovated Premises in accordance with the Contract Documents.

Schedule

Commencement Date:    Substantial Completion Date:

Time is of the essence. Contractor shall achieve Substantial Completion by the Substantial Completion Date subject to adjustments for approved Change Orders and excusable delays as provided in this Agreement.

Compensation and Payment

Final payment shall be due within days after final completion and acceptance, subject to Owner's right to withhold amounts for defective work, unsettled claims, or unresolved liens.

Permits, Codes and Inspections

Contractor shall obtain and pay for all permits, inspections and approvals required by applicable building codes and authorities having jurisdiction, unless otherwise agreed in writing. Contractor shall comply with all codes, ordinances, rules and regulations and shall schedule and coordinate required inspections.

Responsibility for obtaining certificates of occupancy or equivalent: Owner    Contractor

Change Orders

All changes to the Work shall be made only by written Change Order signed by Owner and Contractor describing the change in scope, the adjustment to the Contract Price and any change to the Schedule. Contractor shall not proceed with changed work without a fully executed Change Order except as necessary to avoid delay or hazard, in which case Contractor must promptly obtain Owner's written authorization to the extent practicable.

Disclosures

Lead-based Paint (if building built before 1978): Yes No

Asbestos or Suspected Hazardous Material: Yes No

Prior Water Damage / Mold: Yes No

If any disclosure box is checked "Yes", the party checking shall describe known conditions and remediation history below and provide all reports to the other party prior to commencement:

Insurance, Indemnity and Bonds

Contractor shall maintain general liability insurance, automobile liability and workers' compensation as required by law. Contractor shall name Owner as an additional insured on general liability policies to the extent reasonably required. Contractor shall provide certificates of insurance prior to commencement.

Indemnification: Contractor shall indemnify, defend and hold harmless Owner from and against claims, damages, losses and expenses arising out of Contractor's performance of the Work, except to the extent caused by Owner's negligence or willful misconduct.

Liens and Lien Waivers

Contractor shall not permit any liens to attach to the Property for labor or materials furnished under this Agreement. Contractor shall, as a condition to payment, provide conditional and final lien waivers and releases in a form reasonably acceptable to Owner, together with evidence of payment to subcontractors and suppliers.

Acceptance, Warranty and Punch List

Upon Substantial Completion, Owner shall inspect the Work and may issue a Punch List of items to be corrected. Contractor shall correct Punch List items promptly. Contractor warrants the Work to be free of defects in workmanship and materials for a period of months from final acceptance, unless a longer warranty is provided in writing.

Default and Remedies

If either party materially breaches this Agreement, the non-breaching party shall provide written notice and a reasonable opportunity to cure. If the breach is not cured within the specified cure period, the non-breaching party may exercise remedies available at law or in equity, including termination, damages, or specific performance. Contractor's failure to timely perform shall entitle Owner to withhold payment, hire others to complete the Work, and charge Contractor for the cost of completion.

Delay; Force Majeure; Liquidated Damages

Delay caused by events beyond a party's reasonable control (Force Majeure) shall extend the Schedule for the duration of the event. For delays caused by Contractor's failure to achieve Substantial Completion (excluding excusable delays), liquidated damages shall apply at the rate of and shall be Contractor's sole monetary liability for such delay.

Governing Law; Dispute Resolution

This Agreement shall be governed by the laws of the state in which the Property is located. Parties shall attempt in good faith to resolve disputes by negotiation and non-binding mediation. If unresolved, disputes shall be resolved by binding arbitration or in a court of competent jurisdiction as selected in writing by the parties.

Notices

All notices required or permitted under this Agreement shall be in writing and delivered to the addresses below by personal delivery, certified mail, or overnight courier.

Compliance with Laws

Contractor shall comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws, regulations and codes, including those pertaining to safety, wages, hours, licensing and environmental protection. Contractor shall obtain and maintain any bonds required by law or by Owner.

Entire Agreement; Amendments

This Agreement, together with the Scope of Work, approved Change Orders and other Contract Documents, constitutes the entire agreement between the parties and supersedes all prior negotiations and agreements. No amendment shall be effective unless in writing and signed by both parties.

Special Conditions

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