ARE CE #2

Question 1

Under what conditions can the Architect

withhold certification?

Answer 1

If the work on the Application does not match the work completed in the field, the Architect will discuss this with the Contractor. If an agreement cannot be reached, the Architect will issue the Application of Certificate of Payment to the Owner for the amount the Architect believes to be accurate.
See AIA A201 9.5

Question 2

What is Substantial Completion?

Answer 2

Substantial Completion is when the Work is sufficiently complete in accordance with the Contract Documents and ready for the Owner’s occupancy and use.
See AIA A201 9.8

Question 3

What process is required in order to issue the Certificate of Substantial
Completion?

Answer 3

1. Contractor submits to Architect a punch list of items to be completed prior to final payment.
2. Architect makes inspection to determine if Work is substantially complete. If not, Contractor shall complete the Work prior to the issuance of a Certificate of Substantial Completion.
3. Once complete, Architect issues Certificate of Substantial Completion to Owner & Contractor.
   See AIA A201 9.8

Question 4

What does the Certificate of Substantial Completion

establish?

Answer 4

1. The date of Substantial Completion. 2. The responsibilities of the Owner and Contractor for security, maintenance, heat, utilities, damage to the work and insurance (typically transferred to Owner).
2. Warranty period begins for work. 4. Release of Retainage to Contractor. 5. Statute of Limitations time clock begins.
   See AIA A201 9.8.4

Question 5

When can the Owner occupy any portion of

the Work?

Answer 5

The Owner may occupy any portion of the Work when such portion is designated by separate agreement with the Contractor, provided such occupancy is consented to by the surety and authorized by the public authority having jurisdiction (Building Official) over the project.
See AIA A201 9.9.1

Question 6

Describe the process for Final Completion and

Final Payment.

Answer 6

1. Contractor submits to the Architect the final Application for Payment.
2. Architect makes inspection to determine Final Completion, that all remaining Work is completed in accordance with the Contract Documents, has taken place.
3. Architect issues a final Certificate of Payment to the Owner which states that the work has been completed in accordance with the Contract Documents and the outstanding balance is now due.
   See AIA A201 9.10