8.2. HRSR 12-03-2018 - Laserfiche WebLink

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 To change a specification due to unforeseen difficulties arising after work has started  To address a deficiency that was inadvertently dropped from the project during scope of work origination  To approve changes in the contract time period Owner Participation: Homeowners are expected to participate in their project by communicating with contractors when they have questions about work items, scheduling or any other concerns that may arise. It is expected that homeowners and contractors will communicate any issues or problems that arise to CMHP staff. Homeowners are not allowed to complete work, or perform “sweat equity”. Only licensed contractors will be allowed to complete needed work. NOTE: if a homeowner is a licensed contractor with a current license and insurance coverage, they will be allowed to complete work on their home, and only materials will be covered by the program. Termination of Contract: A contractor’s contract may be terminated by the homeowner due to the following circumstances:  Poor work performance on the job site and the demonstrated inability to rectify poor workmanship  Contractor is causing undue damages to the property and showing an inability or unwillingness to correct the damages. The cost of repairing damages will be deducted from any money owed the contractor for work already completed  Where collusion or fraud has been determined to exist on the part of the contractor  Lack of sufficient insurance coverage  Inability of the contractor to perform the work within the allotted time  Irreconcilable and irresolvable differences between the contractor and the owner The cost of repairing poor workmanship and the higher costs of awarding the bid to another bidding contractor shall be deducted from any amount owed to the initial contractor for work completed. In all cases, the contractor shall be given the opportunity to rectify the problem before contract cancellation procedures are instituted. CMHP shall adhere to the following procedures when negotiating a workmanship problem:  A meeting will be scheduled at the job site with the contractor and homeowner to attempt to come to a consensus about the problem and solution  If problem persists, CMHP shall contact the contractor by certified mail notifying the contractor that the workmanship is still poor and specifying areas that need to be addressed to satisfy the contract. The letter will give the contractor fifteen (15) days to make the required repairs  Contractors who are removed from a contract shall be removed from the participating contractor’s list and shall be prohibited from bidding on projects. Project Close-Out: At the time of project completion, the following steps will be taken to close out the project:  A final draw/ inspection will be scheduled to confirm that all work has been done according the contract and to execute final draw form, final lien waiver and completion certificate  Draw requests will be submitted by CMHP for final payment  Lead based paint clearance inspection is ordered and completed (if applicable) 10