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Updated about 4 years ago,
Contract Question - Are Architectural Services Permit Costs?
Hi BP Team,
I have a question related to my recent bathroom addition & kitchen remodel. I hired a contractor for the project and we spelled out all of the different items that I wanted them to complete. Two of the items in the contract were the following:
- - Client to Reimburse for all Permit Costs
- - Contractor responsible for obtaining all permits. Contractor will complete the permit process and get all necessary inspections
I just got a final bill that was quite a bit higher than expected. $1,300 of it was due to architect costs. They are saying that the architect services fall under the category of "permit costs". Based on the language above in the contract, would you say it's reasonable for them to expect me to pay for the architect costs?
I had also provided plans and drawings prior to the start of the project. In total the project was fairly large - around $40k cost ($30k of that going to this general contractor I mentioned above)
Was hoping to get the BP communities feedback on this. Thanks for all of your insights!