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Series: Building ; 265(8163) 24 November 2000, 56-57(2)Publication details: 2000Subject(s):- JCT 1981
- JCT STANDARD FORM OF BUILDING CONTRACT (1998 EDITION)
- BUILT ENVIRONMENT-BUILDING CONTRACT FORMS-STANDARD FORMS OF BUILDING CONTRACT-JOINT CONTRACTS TRIBNUAL CONTRACTS
- DEFECTS LIABILITY PERIOD
- DESIGN DEFECTS
- FINAL CERTIFICATE
- BARKING AND DAGENHAM LBC V TERRAPIN CONSTRUCTION
- BUILDING AND CONSTRUCTION-CONTRACTS-JCT CONTRACTS
| Item type | Current library | Call number | Copy number | Status | Barcode | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Journal article | London Journal article | ABS63105 (Browse shelf(Opens below)) | 1 | Available | 109680-1001 |
Examines how far the final certificate clause in JCT contracts can prevent a client from suing a contractor for latent defects. Discusses the recent case of "Barking LBC v Terrapin Construction" where the omission of references to 'design' in the final certificate clause under the JCT 1981 contract, meant the client was not prevented from complaining about design defects after the final account and final statement. Concludes that JCT should act accordingly to avoid further confusion, by either identifying a clear cut-off point with regard to design, materials and workmanship or disregarding the notion.