In a recent piece for Property Week, Construction Partner Adriano Amorese and Managing Associate William Chung from Mishcon de Reya LLP explore the implications of the Building Safety Act's dutyholder regime, which mandates stronger compliance with Building Regulations across all building works.
They highlight the initial hesitance among design professionals to assume the principal designer role due to concerns over competency and professional indemnity insurance. RIBA addressed these concerns with the Building Regulations Principal Designer (BRPD) Professional Services Contract 2024. The article reviews key provisions of the RIBA Form, such as liability caps and net contribution clauses, advising on potential amendments for bankability, and discusses the need for amendments to allow third-party rights and warranties.
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