Clients Request for Redesign
Is it considered an add service if, during DD, a client decides they want additional program? For example, during DD, a client decides they want an additional meeting room, after they already approved the SD plans. What happens if this occurs during CDs or even construction?
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Hi Sara,
I'm not sure about DD, but if this happens during CDs or construction then the architect should request approval from the owner to charge this as an additional service. It is considered scope creep if the owner adds additional program requirements after already giving approval.
Generally, if the owner wants to alter the design/program after approval, it is an additional service from the architect's standpoint.
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Yes, per AIA contracts, the owner signs approval of plans at the completion of each phase. If during DD they are requesting changes to things drawn and signed off in SD, that is add serv.
If you're in CDs this add serv will have greater scope as you may have to re-run permits with the different room layout.
During construction this gets even more expensive as you'll have to change drawings, change permits, and demolish newly built stuff and built it again!
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