| Acceptance of Work and Waiver of Defects |
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| When the owner "accepts" the contractor's work, he generally waives any claims he may have with respect to the contractor's performance. In the construction industry, "acceptance" by the owner is not confined to the owner's express approval of the work that is in accordance with the construction contract provisions. He can also expressly accept work that contravenes the terms or conditions of the contract. More... |
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| Unusual Land Use |
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| Land use does not always conform strictly to traditional uses such as residential homes, retail establishments, farms, etc. The erection of cellular towers, creation of waste disposal sites, and construction of recreational use structures, for instance, do not fit neatly within the dynamics of traditional land use. The regulation of these "unusual" uses can take place at all levels of government. More... |
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| Mechanic's Liens |
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| The mechanic's lien, also known as a materialmen's lien, is a statutorily-created tool used by contractors, subcontractors, suppliers, and others to 1) secure payment for the work performed or materials furnished in the construction, repair, or improvement of a building or other structure and 2) protect against the unjust enrichment of the property owner. More... |
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| LABOR AGREEMENTS IN THE CONSTRUCTION INDUSTRY |
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| A contractor in the construction industry is often called upon to enter into agreements with labor unions. The contractor may enter into the labor agreements for many reasons. Some of the reasons include that the contractor needs skilled employees, that the contractor wants to avoid delays as a result of labor problems, or that the contractor has been required to bargain with a labor union as a result of an election. More... |
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| Zoning and Construction, In General |
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| Zoning laws are designed to regulate land use by taking into consideration historic preservation, environmental concerns, aesthetics, the protection of prime agricultural land, and the need or lack thereof of industry and commercial enterprises, among other things. The four major areas that land development generally falls into are residential, commercial, industrial, and agricultural. More... |
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