Compliance

Related terms

• Permit

  Official jurisdiction authorization to perform regulated work, triggering required inspections. Unpermitted remodels can force teardown,…

• Concrete

  A mix of cement, aggregate, and water that cures into a hard structural material used for footings, slabs, and foundations. Curing time a…

• Change Order

  A written, signed amendment that adds, removes, or modifies work after the contract is signed, adjusting price and schedule accordingly.…

• Contingency Budget

  A reserve (typically 10–15% of project cost) set aside for hidden conditions and surprises uncovered once work begins. The line clients m…

• Certificate of Occupancy (CO)

  A document issued by the building department certifying a structure complies with code and is safe to occupy. Often required after major…

• Contract

  The legally binding agreement between owner and contractor that defines scope, price, schedule, and responsibilities. A remodel should ne…

• Cement Board

  A rigid cement-based panel used as a stable, water-durable substrate for tile in wet areas — preferred over drywall behind tile in shower…

• Contract Documents

  The full set of papers that together form the agreement — the signed contract, drawings, specifications, scope of work, allowances, and a…