Variations
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Citation
Asian Architect & Contractor, v.21, no.6, 1991, pp. 30-34
Abstract
In last month's issue Mr Haley and Mr Shaw considered the legal framework within which variations of work to be done under construction contracts arise and should be dealt with. Detailed consideration was given to the variation clauses of the standard forms of construction contract used in Hongkong, several of which are widely used in the region. Sections 1 to 6 of the article appeared in last month's issue. The article concludes this month, with section 7 and 8.
Geoffrey Shaw and Glenn Haley are solicitors working with Messrs McKenna & Co, Hongkong. Both have extensive experience in construction and engineering law.
(1) 7. Formal requirements of the variation clauses
(a) 7.1 The clauses
(b) Failure by the contractor to comply will trigger certain enforcement provisions.
(c) 7.2 Effect of requirements
(d) Recovery of payment without a written order
(2) 8. Valuation of variations
(a) 8.1 The contract provisions
(b) This issue has commercial relevance for both owners and contractors.
(c) 8.2 When is a rate inapplicable?
(d) It is dangerous to generalise on the circumstances where a rate will be inapplicable.
(e) 8.3 No applicable rate
(f) 8.4 Prolongation costs
(g) It is essential that the contractor and the owner clearly deal with the prolongation element of any variation.
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Article
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Date
1991
Language
en