Welcome to Allen Built Developments Inc. (“Allen Built,” “Developer,” “we,” “us,” or “our”). These Terms of Service (“Terms”) govern the relationship between Allen Built and its clients (“you” or “Client”). By engaging our services, you agree to these Terms. Please read them carefully.

1. Scope of Services

• Developer Role: Allen Built operates as a development company overseeing residential homebuilding, land development, and construction management. Allen Built may self-perform certain services, but in most cases, construction is executed through licensed general contractors, builders, or trade contractors with whom Allen Built maintains direct employment or contractual relationships.
• Licensed Professionals: All mechanical, electrical, and plumbing (“MEP”) work must be performed by individually licensed contractors, even if they are directly employed by Allen Built or its affiliates.
• Agreements: The specific scope of work, deliverables, timeline, and payment schedule will be outlined in a signed contract. Modifications to scope follow our Change Order Policy.

2. Client Responsibilities

• Site Access: You must provide Developer and its authorized representatives, including licensed contractors and subcontractors, with access to the project site during agreed working hours.
• Approvals & Permits: Unless otherwise specified in writing, you are responsible for obtaining property-related approvals (e.g., HOA consent, easements). Developer will manage construction-related permits.
• Information Accuracy: You must provide accurate project details and promptly notify Developer of any changes impacting the project.

3. Payment Terms

• Schedule: Payments must follow the schedule in the signed agreement. Any deviations require written approval.
• Late Payments: Past-due balances may accrue late fees at 5% of the outstanding balance per day.
• Final Payment: The final payment is due at substantial completion, once punch list items are addressed.

4. Change Orders

• Process: Any scope changes must be submitted in writing using a Change Order Request.
• Approval: Changes take effect only after mutual written approval and may adjust cost and timelines.

5. Timeline and Delays

• Estimates: All timelines are approximate. Weather, permitting, labor, or supply delays may extend schedules.
• Force Majeure: Developer is not liable for delays beyond its control, including natural disasters, material shortages, or government actions.

6. Warranty

• Developer Warranty: Allen Built provides a 1-year limited warranty covering workmanship and materials installed under its supervision.
• Manufacturer Warranty: Manufacturer warranties apply to appliances, fixtures, and equipment.
• Claims: Claims must be submitted in writing within the warranty period.

7. Insurance

• Developer Coverage: Allen Built, its licensed contractors, and subcontractors maintain general liability and builder’s risk coverage during construction.
• Client Coverage: You are responsible for property insurance and any homeowner’s coverage.

8. Termination of Agreement

• Either party may terminate the agreement upon written notice of breach.
• Client remains responsible for payment of work performed and non-cancellable expenses incurred up to the date of termination.

9. Limitation of Liability

• Developer’s liability is limited to the total contract price paid by Client.
• Developer is not liable for indirect, incidental, or consequential damages.

10. Dispute Resolution

• Parties will first attempt to resolve disputes through negotiation.
• Unresolved disputes shall be settled through binding arbitration under Georgia law.

11. Governing Law

• These Terms are governed by the laws of the State of Georgia.
• Any legal action must be filed within the courts or arbitration forums of Georgia.

12. Acceptance of Terms

By engaging Allen Built’s services, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to these Terms.

Allen Built Developments Inc.

3070 N Main St.

Kennesaw, GA 30144

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