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What is the date for completion?
The date fixed and stated in the contract particulars
How does this differ from the completion date?
This is the date for completion or any other date that is subsequently fixed (i.e. after an EOT)
What does it mean when ‘time is at large’?
There is no fixed completion dateThe contractor must only complete the works in a reasonable time
What is practical completion?
When the employer takes back possession of the works
What is sectional completion?
The completion and handover of the works to the employer in agreed stages
Do the works have to be totally completed before practical / sectional completion is achieved?
Practical completion is a vague conceptIt is not defined in JCTIt is reliant on the architect’s opinion that the works are completeIt should not be conditionalIt is common practice for PC to be granted when the works are substantially complete – i.e. there may be minor defects or omissions BUT nothing that would prevent the employer taking occupation
Can the PC certificate be rescinded once issued?
No
What is the recourse if the contractor disagrees with the architect that the works are not completed?
Adjudication
What are the consequences of practical / sectional completion?
Half of the retention is releasedThe Rectification Period beginsThe contractor’s responsibility for insuring the works (if applicable) endsContractor’s liability for liquidated damages endsThe employer is now responsible for any damages to the works
What is partial possession?
Where the employer requests and the contractor consents to the employer taking possession of the works / part of the works before the date for practical / sectional completion?
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