Florida General Contractor Florida General Contractor Contracts and Law

Question 1

Under Florida Statute Chapter 713, what is the deadline for a contractor to serve a Claim of Lien after the last day of furnishing labor or materials?

Accepted Answer

90 days

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30 days

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45 days

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60 days

Question 2

What document must a contractor serve on the property owner before recording a lien in Florida?

Accepted Answer

Notice to Owner

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Notice of Commencement

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Preliminary Notice of Intent

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Certificate of Substantial Completion

Question 3

In Florida, what is the purpose of a Notice of Commencement?

Accepted Answer

To establish the priority date for construction liens and identify the owner and contractor

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To notify OSHA that work is beginning

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To notify the city that a permit has been issued

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To inform subcontractors of the project start date

Question 4

Under Florida law, what is the typical statute of limitations for filing a lawsuit based on a written construction contract?

Accepted Answer

5 years

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2 years

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4 years

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10 years

Question 5

Which of the following contract types shifts the most financial risk to the contractor in Florida construction?

Accepted Answer

Lump-sum (fixed price) contract

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Cost-plus with a guaranteed maximum price

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Time-and-materials contract

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Unit-price contract

Question 6

What does a 'pay-when-paid' clause in a Florida subcontract generally mean?

Accepted Answer

The general contractor is not required to pay the subcontractor until the owner pays the general contractor

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The subcontractor must pay the general contractor before starting work

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Payment is due within 30 days of invoice regardless of owner payment

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The subcontractor waives all lien rights