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Peter Pokorny and Bruce Rosen | Real Estate Counselors, PLLC<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Introduction <\/strong>\u2013 Parties frequently find themselves responsible to construct,
remodel or improve property. When that happens, a contractor is hired to
perform the work, and in some cases an architect or designer is hired to
prepare plans. Many times, the parties document their transaction using
forms prepared by the American Institute of Architects<\/a> (AIA). The AIA has
developed comprehensive forms for use in construction projects, widely
recognized as the industry standard. This article will discuss certain key
AIA agreements and their issues. For simplicity, we refer to the party that
hires the contractor as the \u201cOwner\u201d though they could be a tenant.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\uf0a7 Industry Bias<\/strong> \u2013 It\u2019s important for an Owner to know that AIA documents
are designed with the concerns of architects and contractors in mind, not
Owners. So it is vitally important that an Owner using an AIA contract
ensure that they thoroughly review and negotiate the document to ensure
their expectations are met and that they will be able to resolve issues and
disputes fairly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\uf0a7 Contractor Agreements<\/strong> \u2013 The AIA has forms for when an Owner hires a
Contractor, and other forms for when an Owner hires an Architect.
Let\u2019s first discuss forms when an Owner hires a Contractor.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\uf0a7 Two-Part Agreements<\/strong> \u2013 AIA Contractor Agreements are composed of two
(2) documents. One is a short agreement that specifies the parties,
payments and a few other critical issues. These are the A-Series of
documents. The second part is the General Conditions document.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\uf0a7 A 100 Series Agreements<\/strong> \u2013 The A 100 Series are standard forms between the Owner and the Contractor. A101 through A104 are four different forms which vary depending upon how the Contractor is paid. The Contractor can be paid based on a stipulated sum (flat amount), or based on the cost of work plus a fee. Some forms add the concept of a guaranteed maximum price. It\u2019s critical that an Owner selects the form that matches how they intend to pay the Contractor.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\uf0a7 A 200 Series Agreements<\/strong> \u2013 Each of the A-100 Series forms must be used with a corresponding A 200 Series \u201cGeneral Conditions\u201d document. The General Conditions document is a much longer agreement that address many issues that come up during the construction process (delays, changes in material costs, how subcontractors are managed, what happens if there\u2019s a default, etc.).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\uf0a7 B 100 Series Agreements<\/strong> \u2013 All AIA agreements with Contractors assume that the Owner will also sign a separate agreement with an Architect using one of the AIA\u2019s B 100 Series. The B 100 Series are standard forms between the Owner and the Architect. B101 through B107 are seven different forms which vary depending upon the size, type and scope of the construction project the architect will be working on.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\uf0a7 Right to Use Plans<\/strong> \u2013 When negotiating an agreement with an Architect, an Owner should make sure it has broad rights to use the plans the Architect prepared. An Architect has an ownership interest in the plans
it prepares and unless the Owner negotiates for broad rights, the Owner may not be able to give the plans to a buyer of its property, or use them a second time for a different property.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\uf0a7 The Architect\u2019s Role<\/strong> \u2013 The A-Series construction contracts call for the Architect to have an active role in managing construction including approving the Contractor\u2019s payment requests. The Architect does not
sign the A 100 agreement, however, because the AIA assumes the Architect signed a B 100 Series agreement. If an Owner and Architect do not sign a B 100 form, the Owner must make sure it gets the Architect to agree to perform all obligations required of the Architect under the construction contract.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusions<\/strong> \u2013 AIA contracts can be used in lieu of an agreement custom-drafted by an attorney, though an Owner must understand all the inter-related documents that the AIA requires for its transaction. In addition,
an astute Owner will have the AIA contracts reviewed and negotiated by an experienced commercial real estate attorney to avoid unexpected costs and liabilities.
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Peter Pokorny and Bruce Rosen | Real Estate Counselors, PLLC Introduction \u2013 Parties frequently find themselves responsible to construct,remodel or improve property. When that happens, a contractor is hired toperform the work, and in some cases an architect or designer is hired toprepare plans. 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