PROJECT CONTROLS

Introduction

These standards cover performance of those construction items of major concern to the buyer for the first two years of ownership, unless otherwise specified. The contractor should stand behind the product, but the buyer should be responsible for owner-maintenance items. Contractor responsibility under these standards should not extend to items which have been subject to owner neglect, modification or abnormal use. ARS 32-1162. Statute of limitations; remedy violations The effective date for the start of coverage of these standards for new home builds or other new building construction, within two years after the earlier of the close of escrow or actual occupancy. For all other projects, within two years after the completion of the specific project. Defects in appliances and plumbing and electrical fixtures properly installed by the contractor should be limited to the manufacturer's warranty. These standards are subject to revision as methods of construction or materials used in construction continue to change. If there is any conflict between the workmanship standards and building code requirements, the latter should prevail.

Rule 4-9-108 Workmanship Standards

A. A contractor shall perform all work in a professional and workmanlike manner.

B. A contractor shall perform all work in accordance with any applicable building codes and professional industry standards.

C. All work performed by a contractor in a county, city, or town that has not adopted building codes or where any adopted building codes do not contain specific provisions applicable to that aspect of construction work shall be performed in accordance with professional industry standards.

Definitions

The following standards are expressed in terms of permissible tolerances. The format is designed for easy comprehension as follows:

PD Possible deficiency A brief statement of the problem to be considered.

AT Acceptable tolerance A statement in measurable terms above which repair may be required and below which the condition is considered to be acceptable."None"means that the possible deficiency identified is completely unacceptable and no tolerance is allowed.

CR Contractor responsibility A statement of the corrective action needed to correct the deficiency or damage. A.C.I. means American Concrete Institute. CMU means concrete masonry unit. Substantial completion for swimming pools and spa interior cementitious finishes means 30 days from the day the pool/spa is filled with water and the equipment is in operation. All other items on the pool equipment, such as decks, tile, pumps, etc., substantial completion means the date of the initial pool start-up.

General Statements

Contractor's responsibility on all manufactured surfaces is valid only if the damaged surface is indicated to the contractor or contractor's representative within 10 days after move-in. Owner maintenance items include:

1. Adjustment of doors, windows and weather-stripping after the first year of occupancy.

2. Interior and exterior caulking (excluding roofing sealant) after the first year of occupancy.

3. Drips and leaks at faucets, hose bibs and other plumbing fixtures after the first year of occupancy or the expiration of manufacturer's warranty (whichever is longer) caused by normal wear of washers, seats or"O"rings.

4. Normal wear of the finish of household appliances, fixtures, painted surfaces or floor coverings. When it is shown that any of the above items have been aggravated by the actions or inaction of the contractor, the contractor should assume responsibility for repair or replacement of these items.