CR Legal & Regulatory Compliance Flashcards
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Which of the following is a key requirement of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) that may affect residential remodeling projects?
Answer: Public-facing areas of a home used for business must meet accessibility standards
The ADA applies to areas of a home used for public business activities, which may require accessibility accommodations.
What information must appear on a home improvement contract in most US states?
Answer: Contractor's name, license number, address, project description, price, payment schedule, and estimated completion date
Most states require contracts to include contractor identification, licensing, project description, price, payment terms, and timeline.
What is the significance of workers' compensation insurance for a remodeling contractor?
Answer: It covers medical costs and lost wages for workers injured on the job, protecting the contractor from lawsuits
Workers' compensation covers employee injuries and shields the contractor from direct lawsuits related to on-the-job injuries.
A subcontractor on a remodeling project is injured. Who is primarily responsible for the subcontractor's workers' compensation coverage?
Answer: The general contractor if the subcontractor is uninsured, in most states
In most states, a general contractor can be held responsible for workers' comp costs if a subcontractor lacks proper coverage.
What does 'substantial completion' mean in a construction contract?
Answer: When the work is sufficiently complete for the owner to use or occupy it for its intended purpose
Substantial completion occurs when the project is complete enough to be used for its intended purpose, even if minor items remain.
Which of the following is true regarding asbestos in pre-1980 homes undergoing renovation?
Answer: Suspected asbestos-containing materials must be tested and, if positive, removed by licensed abatement professionals
Suspected asbestos materials must be tested, and confirmed asbestos must be removed by licensed abatement professionals under strict regulations.
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