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CHANGES FROM THE PREVIOUS EDITION

Rather than an exhibit, the B352 is now recommended as a reference document. Other provisions have been changed
to parallel the latest edition of AIA Document A201, General Conditions of the Contract for Construction.

USING THE B352 FORM

The B352 may be used as a reference document attached to an owner-architect agreement, such as AIA Document B141,
Standard Form of Agreement Between Owner and Architect. It may be also referenced separately in the owner-archi-

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tect agreement or in an amendment to that agreement. So long as the reference incorporating B352 is clear and defi-
nite, it will be given legal effect as if it had been written in full into the owner-architect agreement.

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INSTRUCTIONS

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1735 New York Avenue, N.W.
Washington, D.C. 20006-5292
WARNING: Unlicensed photocopying violates U.S. copyright laws and will subject the violator to legal prosecution.
The American Institute of Architects is pleased to provide this sample copy of an AIA Contract Document for educational purposes. Created with the
consensus of contractors, attorneys, architects and engineers, the AIA Contract Documents represent over 110 years of legal precedent.

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AIA DOCUMENT B352-2000

Duties, Responsibilities and Limitations of Authority of the Architect’s
Project Representative

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Recommended as a Reference Document when an Architect's Project Representative is Employed

1. GENERAL
1.1 The Architect’s Project Representative shall be stationed at the site at intervals agreed upon by
the parties to the Contract and shall be responsible for assisting the Architect in the administration
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of the Contract. The rights, responsibilities and obligations of the Architect as described in the
Owner-Architect Agreement shall not be modified by the furnishing of such Project Representative.

1.2 Communications by the Architect’s Project Representative relating to administration of the

Contract shall, in general, be restricted to the Architect and Contractor. The Project Representative
shall communicate with the Owner and Contractor under the direction of the Architect and with the
Architect’s full knowledge. The Project Representative shall not communicate with Subcontractors or
material suppliers except with the full knowledge and approval of the Contractor and Architect.

2. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The Project Representative shall:

2.1 Perform on-site observations of the progress and quality of the Work as may be reasonably nec-
essary to determine, in general, if the Work is being performed in a manner indicating that the Work
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when completed will be in conformance with the Contract Documents. Notify the Architect if, in the
Project Representative’s opinion, Work does not conform to the Contract Documents or requires spe-
cial inspection or testing.

2.2 Monitor the Contractor’s construction schedules on an ongoing basis and alert the Architect to
conditions that may lead to delays in completion of the Work.

2.3 Receive and respond to requests from the Contractor for information and, when authorized by
the Architect, provide interpretations of the Contract Documents.

2.4 Receive and review requests for changes by the Contractor, and submit them, together with rec-
ommendations, to the Architect. If they are accepted, prepare Architect’s Supplemental Instructions,
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2.5 Attend meetings as directed by the Architect and report to the Architect on the proceedings. LIMITATIONS OF AUTHORITY
OF THE ARCHITECT’S PROJECT
2.6 Observe tests required by the Contract Documents. Record and report to the Architect on test REPRESENTATIVE
procedures, test results and verify testing invoices to be paid by the Owner.
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2.7 Maintain records at the construction site in an orderly manner, including correspondence,
Contract Documents, Change Orders, Construction Change Directives, reports of site meetings,
Shop Drawings, Product Data and similar submittals; supplementary drawings, color schedules and
requests for payment; and names, addresses and telephone numbers of the Contractors,
Subcontractors and principal material suppliers.

2.8 Maintain a log book of activities at the site, including weather conditions, nature and location
of Work being performed, verbal instructions and interpretations given to the Contractor, and spe-
cific observations. Record any occurrence or Work that might result in a claim for a change in
Contract Sum or Contract Time. Maintain a list of visitors, their titles, and time and purpose of their

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visit.

2.9 Assist the Architect in reviewing Shop Drawings, Product Data and Samples. Notify the
Architect if any portion of the Work requiring Shop Drawings, Product Data or Samples is com-
menced before such submittals have been approved by the Architect. Receive and log Samples
required at the site, notify the Architect when they are ready for examination, record the Architect’s
approval or other action and maintain custody of approved Samples.

2.10 Review the Contractor’s record copy of the Drawings, Specifications, Addenda, Change Orders
and other Modifications at intervals appropriate to the stage of construction and notify the Architect
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2.11 Review Applications for Payment and forward to the Architect with recommendations for dis-
position.

2.12 Review the list of items to be completed or corrected which is submitted by the Contractor with
a request for issuance of a Certificate of Substantial Completion. Review the Work. If the list is accu-
rate, forward it to the Architect for final disposition; if not, so advise the Architect and return the list
to the Contractor for correction.

2.13 Assist the Architect in conducting inspections to determine the date or dates of Substantial
Completion and the date of final completion.

2.14 Assist the Architect in receipt and transmittal to the Owner of documentation required of the
Contractor at completion of the Work.
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3. LIMITATIONS OF AUTHORITY
The Architect’s Project Representative shall not exceed the authority of the Architect under the
Owner-Architect Agreement.

The Project Representative shall NOT:

3.1 Authorize deviations from the Contract Documents.

3.2 Approve substitute materials or equipment except as authorized in writing by the Architect.

3.3 Personally conduct or participate in tests or third party inspections except as authorized in
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LIMITATIONS OF AUTHORITY 3.4 Assume any of the responsibilities of the Contractor’s superintendent or of Subcontractors.
OF THE ARCHITECT’S PROJECT
REPRESENTATIVE 3.5 Expedite the Work for the Contractor.

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3.6 Have control over or charge of or be responsible for construction means, methods, techniques,
sequences or procedures, or for safety precautions and programs in connection with the Work.

3.7 Authorize or suggest that the Owner occupy the Project in whole or in part.

3.8 Issue a Certificate for Payment or Certificate of Substantial Completion.

3.9 Prepare or certify the preparation of a record copy of the Drawings, Specifications, Addenda,
Change Orders and other Modifications.

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3.10 Reject Work or require special inspection or testing except as authorized in writing by the
Architect.

3.11 Accept, distribute or transmit submittals made by the Contractor that are not required by the
Contract Documents.

3.12 Order the Contractor to stop the Work or any portion thereof.
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REPRESENTATIVE

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DUTIES, RESPONSIBILITIES
AND LIMITATIONS OF
AUTHORITY OF THE
ARCHITECT’S PROJECT
REPRESENTATIVE

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