LARE Flashcards

Which LARE section evaluates a candidate's ability in project and construction administration?

Answer: Section C

Section C of the LARE covers project and construction administration responsibilities.

During construction administration, a landscape architect issues a document to clarify design intent without changing the contract price. This document is called a:

Answer: Supplemental instruction

A supplemental instruction (ASI) clarifies or interprets the contract documents without adjusting the contract sum or time.

What is the primary purpose of a punch list during project closeout?

Answer: To list remaining incomplete or deficient work items for contractor correction

A punch list identifies items that must be corrected or completed before the project achieves substantial completion.

Under a standard AIA contract, who is responsible for coordinating the work of subcontractors?

Answer: The general contractor

Under AIA contracts, the general contractor is responsible for coordinating and supervising all subcontractors.

A contractor submits shop drawings for a site wall. The landscape architect's role is to:

Answer: Review for general conformance with design intent

The landscape architect reviews shop drawings for conformance with design intent, not to verify structural adequacy.

Which planting specification clause ensures that nursery stock meets quality standards at time of delivery?

Answer: Inspection and acceptance

The inspection and acceptance clause sets standards for evaluating plant material condition upon delivery to the site.

A project is described as having achieved 'substantial completion.' This means:

Answer: The work is sufficiently complete for its intended use

Substantial completion means the work is sufficiently complete so the owner can use it for its intended purpose, even if minor items remain.