I’m building a house on cost plus , the owner wants to supply certain items himself , using a different contractor. do I get a fee for providing access an helping out the subcontractor?
You should be aware, however, that there is a question as to whether a cost-plus contract is even legal for residential construction.
The regulations established by the Contractors License Board include the following:
§ 16-77-80. Homeowner contracts.
(a) All contractors shall provide homeowners with a written contract involving home construction or improvements which shall provide the following . . .
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(2) The exact dollar amount due from the homeowner under the contract;
Since there is no exact dollar amount for a cost-plus, there is an argument that contract is illegal.