Constructing a building is a complex legal as well as technical project. Consequently, architectural and engineering practice increasingly demands a sound understanding of planning and commercial law issues.
Architects, Engineers and the Law has become the standard reference for architects, engineers and lawyers on the legal aspects of day-to-day architectural and engineering practice. J R Cooke provides clear concise explanations of the legal responsibilities of architects and engineers, and the consequences of the many legal processes and relationships part of the construction process.
Twenty-six chapters cover
- Contracts
- Tenders
- Employment relationships
- Budgets and estimates
- Progress certificates
- Statutory planning and building control
- Restrictions on land use
- Consent authorities and planning appeal tribunals
- Moral rights legislation
- Standards of professional conduct and care
- Consequences of breaches of professional duty and care.
Architects, Engineers and the Law will enable you to proceed confident that you understand the legal responsibilities and consequences of your practice.