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I've been asked to do a set of condo docs for a unit that has been renovated and combined with another unit in the building.  The building is in Suffolk County on the waterfront in Boston.
I did quite a few condo docs several years ago, but haven't done any in a long time.  Can anyone lead me to a source for the current requirements and/or guidlines on pricing for this work?

Thanks.


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Jennifer Rugg AIA
Skinner Hill Architects
Roslindale MA
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Jennifer - About 4-5 years ago I picked up an AIA recommended condo supplement to the AIA contract for services . It was three (or so) pages of supplemental conditions to the contract between owner and architect for condo projects. Not sure if it still out there or if it has been updated. You need to protect yourself as best as possible from litigation. One professional friend said to carry a reserve of $30-50K or more for your defense (not if, but) when you are sued. Your E&O provider may offer a contract review service or have a condo supplement they suggest.

As for fee, that is up to you. I can tell you I would probably not touch a condo project due to the risk. However, you might consider a full fee (percentage of construction for the project, plus a defense reserve that is placed in trust for ten years, then returned to the client if not used.

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Gordon Rogers AIA
EAS Department Executive
Kitchell CEM, Inc.
Sacramento CA
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