ARTICLE 2. MONITORING AND REPORTING
2.1 The Architect will report to the Owner on a monthly basis about the cost and the progress of the construction. The Architect will inspect, verify, and sign off on all claims for payment submitted by the Engineer. Likewise, the Architect will identify any problems or issues that may arise during construction and notify the Owner accordingly. The Architect will maintain a database of all expenses with supporting documents incurred by the Engineer and payments made thereof.
2.2 Both the Architect and the Engineer will designate alternate persons with their respective companies that can perform the necessary duties and act as contact and responsible person in case of their absence. This will be done prior to commencement of construction.
2.3 The Owner will appoint a local liaison person who will monitor construction on behalf of the Owner and will be given full access to the construction during his weekly visits. This person will also be authorized to discuss any issues identified with the Architect and/or Engineer. The Owner will notify the name of this person to Architect and Engineer prior to commencement of construction.
ARTICLE 3. TURN-OVER
3.1 The project is deemed finished and ready for turn-over if all the works stipulated in the contract documents have been satisfactorily complied.
3.2 Upon full completion of the project and payment of the corresponding financial obligation by the Owner, the Engineer shall immediately facilitate the processing of Occupancy permit.
ARTICLE 4. MAKING GOOD OF KNOWN DEFECTS AND OTHER LIABILITIES
4.1 The Engineer assumes responsibilities for detects arising from construction Two hundred forty (240) days after turn-over of the project.
ARTICLE 5. OTHER MATTERS
5.1 Subject to the rules of the subdivision, the Owner allows the Engineer the right to use the premises of the site to house the laborers and materials.
5.2 Actual water and electrical expenses shall be on the account of the Engineer while construction is in progress.
5.3 The Engineer should be consulted if the Owner intends to provide or upgrade some materials to be used in the project. In such case, the value of estimated item as reflected on the Bill of Materials shall be deducted from the contract amount.
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