The 2016 edition of the JCT Minor Works Building Contract contains a great many changes from the 2011 and 2005 editions, many of which are apparently minor but all are significant.This 5th edition has been comprehensively re-written to address these changes and to make them easier to understand. Busy architects and contractors will find the book a ready source of answers when they have a question and a guide to what to do in various circumstances.

The Joint Contracts Tribunal issued a new Design and Build Form in 2005, a successor to the JCT Standard Form of Building Contract with Contractor's Design. It looks substantially different from its predecessor and it is different in structure and often in its wording.

This major new edition of David Chappell's well regarded book has been substantially revised to take account of the new contract terms and different structure. It also considers: the latest RIBA Terms of Engagementthe standard novation agreements from the CIC and City of London Law SocietyMore than 70 additional cases

It discusses areas where problems frequently arise: the allocation of design responsibilitydiscrepanciesthe role of the employer's agentpayment provisionsthe approval of drawings

The book will be useful for contractors, for professionals acting as employer's agent, whether architect, engineer or surveyor, and for the design team acting for the contractor. It will also be of interest to employers embarking on design and build for the first time and to lawyers.
From reviews of the last edition:
"an authoritative guide to case law this book] is also unafraid of controversy... it remains an enjoyable and essential read for professionals and lawyers involved in design and build" -Building
"David Chappell's knowledge of his subject is encyclopaedic, but allied to an ability to explain difficult questions in an accessible format." -Construction Law
The Author
David Chappell BA(HonsArch), MA (Arch), MA (Law), PhD, RIBA has 45 years' experience in the construction industry, having worked as an architect in the public and private sectors, as contracts administrator for a building contractor, as a lecturer in construction law and contract procedures and, for the last twenty years, as a construction contract consultant . He is currently the Director of David Chappell Consultancy Limited and frequently acts as an adjudicator. He was Professor and Senior Research Fellow in Architectural Practice and Management Research at The Queen's University Belfast and Visiting Professor of Practice Management and Law at the University of Central England in Birmingham. David Chappell is the author of many articles and books for the construction industry. He is one of the RIBA Specialist Advisors and lectures widely.
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The JCT Intermediate Building Contracts, "Third Edition, David Chappell, 1405140496, 9781405140492
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The JCT Minor Works Building Contracts 2005, " Fourth Edition, David Chappell, 1405152710, 97814051 5271 6
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The JCT 05 Standard Building Sub-contract, " Peter Barnes, 1405140488,
9781405140485
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The Law & Management of Building Subcontracts, " Second Edition, John McGuinness, 1405161027, 9781405161022
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The NEC 3 Engineering and Construction Contract, " Second Edition, Brian Eggleston, 0632053860, 9780632053865
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One Hundred and Fifty Contractual Problems and their Solutions, " Second Edition, Roger Knowles

Explains construction professional practice in an appealing, succinct, and relatively informal way This book details the management of construction projects from beginning to end, concentrating on the principles underlying what construction professionals like architects do. It covers the entire process--from the initial meetings with clients through the design, recruitment of a contractor, contract management, construction, and handover--all without referencing legal cases, contract clause numbers, laws, statutes, or the complex jargon that can muddle comprehension. The first part of Professional Practice for Architects and Project Managers offers enlightening chapters that cover: professional standards, perks of the job, bonds and parent company guarantees, office meetings, letter writing, the RIBA Plan of Work, and Building Information Modelling (BIM). The second section teaches all about dealing with the clients, and includes chapters that discuss the extent of services, fee negotiations, conflicts of interest, and more. Next the book looks at such on-the-job responsibilities as surveys, ground investigations, cost estimates, work schedules, letters of intent, etc. The final section goes over everything readers need to know about dealing with a building contract in progress, informing them about advance payments, insurance, site inspections, contractor disputes, terminations, final certificates, and more. Details the entire process of managing a construction project, including dealing with clients, the design process, running a construction project, and more Highlights what the construction professionals do in their positions Shows how principles of construction management are applied in practice Written in a reader-friendly and accessible way Professional Practice for Architects and Project Managers is an excellent resource for architects and other construction professionals such as contract administrators, project managers, quantity surveyors, and contractors.

The Minor Works Contract is the most widely used of the JCT forms of contract, not only for simple, short contracts of moderate price, for which it is intended, but also for much larger projects for which it is often not suited at all. As a result, contractual difficulties can arise, and despite the form's simplicity an understanding of the legal background to the form is essential.

This book explains the practical applications of the form from the point of view of the employer, architect and contractor. It provides a straightforward explanation of the legal aspects of the form supported by flow charts, tables and sample letters.

The fourth edition has been substantially revised to take account of the revised 2005 contract for minor works (MW), as well as the completely new form catering for those instances when the contractor undertakes some design work as well as construction (MWD).

There is some new terminology in the contracts and the clauses have been substantially reorganised and reworded. Contract particulars and schedules have been added. Account has been taken of some 30 new cases and of the 2004 editions of the RIBA terms of engagement.

The Author

David Chappell BA(HonsArch), MA (Arch), MA (Law), PhD, RIBA has 45 years' experience in the construction industry, having worked as an architect in the public and private sectors, as contracts administrator for a building contractor, as a lecturer in construction law and contract procedures and, for the last fifteen years, as a construction contract consultant . He is currently the Director of David Chappell Consultancy Limited and frequently acts as an adjudicator. He was Visiting Professor of Practice Management and Law at the University of Central England in Birmingham. David Chappell is the author of many articles and books for the construction industry. He is one of the RIBA Specialist Advisors and lectures widely.

Cover design by Simon Witter

Building Contract Dictionary provides a succinct, but authoritative reference to words, phrases and terms encountered in, and in connection with, building contracts.

For the new edition all entries have been reconsidered and updated in light of case law and legislation and the book has been substantially enlarged since the last edition ten years ago. There are now over 800 separate entries A wide range of contracts has been referenced, including JCT 98, IFC 98, MW 98, WCD 98, PCC 98, MC 98, ACA 3, GC/Works/1 (1998), NEC, NSC/C, DOM/1, DOM/2 as well as topics such as adjudication, arbitration and the Civil Procedure Rules.

It will provide an invaluable reference for architects, quantity surveyors, project managers and contractors. It will also find a ready readership among all construction lawyers.

"This is an indispensable book which provides a succinct but authoritative reference to "words, phrases and terms" encountered in the construction industry. ...many of the entries give a substantial commentary on a variety of matters you always wanted to know about but never got round to finding out."

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Chappell: The JCT Intermediate Building Contracts 2005 - Front Jacket Flap
This book provides a practical tool for all those using the suite of JCT Intermediate Building Contracts. It deals with the form under topics, considering the roles of the various parties and important matters such as payments, claims, termination and dispute resolution.
Legal language has been avoided in favour of simple explanations of legal concepts, supported by flowcharts, tables and sample letters.
The Third Edition has been substantially revised to take account of the 2005 versions of the main contract and subcontracts - the first major update since 1984 - and includes discussion of the completely new form which makes provision for contractor's design.
The structure of the main contract has changed dramatically, clauses have been rearranged, renumbered and reworded, sectional completion has been incorporated and some terminology has been changed.
Almost 50 new cases have been included as well as relevant recent legislation.
David Chappell's books have always been known for their readable style and practical approach to contract problems. This book is no exception.
From review of previous edition
'will instantly appeal to contract administrators and others' - Construction Law
Chappell: The JCT Intermediate Building Contracts 2005 - Back Jacket Flap
The Author
David Chappell BA(HonsArch), MA (Arch), MA (Law), PhD, RIBA has 45 years' experience in the construction industry, having worked as an architect in the public and private sectors, as contracts administrator for a building contractor, as a lecturer in construction law and contract procedures and, for the last fifteen years, as a construction contract consultant . He is currently the Director of David Chappell Consultancy Limited and frequently acts as an adjudicator. He was Visiting Professor of Practice Management and Law at the University of Central England in Birmingham. David Chappell is the author of many articles and books for the construction Industry. He is one of the RIBA Specialist Advisors and lectures widely.
Chappell: The JCT Intermediate Building Contracts 2005 - Back Outside Jacket Text
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This book provides over 300 standard letters for architects and contract administrators to use at all stages of contract administration. The letters are grouped into sections which correspond with the RIBA Plan of Work: the aim is to cover all the common situations encountered in practice.
This Fourth Edition has been revised to take account of the extensive changes to virtually the whole of the JCT suite of building contracts. Unless otherwise stated, all letters are suitable for use with:
? JCT Standard Building Contract (SBC)
? JCT Intermediate Building Contract (IC)
? JCT Intermediate Building Contract with contractor's design (ICD)
? JCT Minor Works Building Contract (MW)
? JCT Minor Works Building Contract with contractor's design (MWD)
? JCT Design and Build Contract (DB)
? GC/Works/1 (1998) With Quantities Contract
The latest edition also takes account of the CDM Regulations 2007, the revised RIBA Code of Conduct and its associated guidance notes, and the RIBA standard agreements for the appointment of an architect issued in 2007.
Architects and contract administrators spend a great deal of time writing letters of various types. Many of them are routine and repetitive in character, but they require proper consideration if potentially dangerous liability situations are to be avoided. The book will be of use not only to architects and contract administrators but also to project managers and employers' agents.

Books about construction contracts tend to be dense and wordy, but what most architects, quantity surveyors, project managers, builders and employers are looking for is an easily navigable, simple guide to using a contract, written in plain language. The JCT Standard Building Contract 2011 is an uncomplicated book about a complex and commonly used contract. It straightforwardly and concisely sets out exactly what the contract requires in various circumstances, as far as possible without legal jargon and without assuming any particular legal or contractual expertise from the reader. It explains, often from first principles, exactly what is meant by a contract and why certain clauses, such as extension of time clauses or liquidated damages clauses are present and more importantly, what they mean. The book is divided into many chapters, each with many sub-headings, to make it easy to read and to help readers to find relevant explanations quickly. Tables and flowcharts are used to ensure clarity and most chapters include a section dealing with common problems. * Covers the recently issued JCT Standard Building Contract 2011 * Straightforward, concise, and as far as possible free of legal jargon * Sets out exactly what the contract requires in various circumstances * Includes many tables and flowcharts to ensure clarity

Whenever a contractor undertakes work using one of the standard building contracts, however small the job, writing a good many letters will be involved. Some will be formal notices it is necessary to give; others will be letters it is prudent to send.
This book provides a set of over 300 standard letters for use with the standard forms of building contract and sub-contract and aims to cover all the common situations which contractors will encounter when involved in a contract. It has been substantially revised to take account of the 2005 suite of JCT contracts, together with changes in case law and the 2007 CDM Regulations.
The letters are for use with the following contracts: * JCT Standard Building Contract (SBC), * JCT Intermediate Building Contract (IC) and 'with contractor's design' (ICD), * JCT Minor Works Building Contract (MW) and 'with contractor's design' (MWD), * JCT Design and Build Contract (DB), * JCT Standard Building Sub-Contract Conditions (SBCSub/C) and 'with sub-contractor's design' (SBCSub/D/C), * JCT Intermediate Named Sub-Contract Conditions (ICSub/NAM/C), * JCT Intermediate Sub-Contract Conditions (ICSub/C) and 'with sub-contractor's design' (ICSub/D/C), and * JCT Design and Build Sub-Contract Conditions (DBSub/C).
There are also letters for use with GC/Works/1 and its subcontract.
The book comes with a free CD which includes all the letters. It is compatible for use with Microsoft? Word and WordPerfect? on IBM-PC and Macintosh? machines.

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