QLD Building contracts and related documents

QC1 New Home Construction Contract

This contract may be used for the construction of a new home. The contract is a plain language, easy to understand contract that includes detailed schedules, general conditions, and a Contract Information Statement. The contract has a fair and balanced allocation of risk and although it is a full price contract, there is provision for variations requested by either party.

QC2 Peace of Mind New Homes Construction Contract

This contract is also used for the construction of a new home and is very similar to the QC1. It differs from the QC1 in that it only allows for limited variations and does not contain clauses for provisional and prime cost allowances or a clause for unforeseen circumstances. This contract should only be used where the builder is fully aware of the relevant site conditions and building restrictions.

QC3 Alteration, Addition and Renovation Contract

This contract is suitable for work including alterations, additions, or renovations to a home, or where the work to be performed is less than the construction of a new home such as building from base stage to fixing stage only. This contract is similar in format to the QC1 contract and contains detailed schedules, general conditions and a Contract Information Statement.

Qld Small Works Contract

This contract is suitable for domestic building work valued at less than $20,000 that does not affect the foundations or slab of an existing building or require engineered footings or foundations. It can be used for smaller alterations and renovation projects such as internal fit outs. If the work is valued at more than $20,000 or requires foundations data, the QC3 contract is the appropriate contract to use.

Qld Kitchen, Bathroom and Laundry – Supply and Install Contract

This contract is suitable for the supply and installation of kitchens, bathrooms and laundries and may also be used for other projects where there is a need to fabricate components off-site prior to installation. The contract includes clauses dealing with sample products and variances in natural materials. The contract also has a building period that starts from the date of installation to allow for prior fabrication off site.

Qld Domestic Construction Cost-Plus Contract

This contract is for domestic building works where the building contactor cannot accurately calculate the contract price when the contract is entered into, even if prime cost items and provisional sums are disregarded.

Qld Swimming Pool and Landscaping Contract

This contract is suitable for pool and landscaping projects.

Qld Minor Works Contract

This contract is suitable for small commercial projects. Alternatively, it is also appropriate for residential construction works under $3,300. This contract is not to be used for domestic building works over $3,300.

Medium Works Commercial Contract – With or Without an Architect or Superintendent

This contract is suitable for medium size commercial building work. There are two versions of this contract available to provide for situations where:

1. An architect, engineer or other professional is engaged to superintend the building works; or
2. No architect, engineer or other professional is engaged to superintend the building works.

Small Works Commercial Contract

This contract is suitable for small, commercial building work up to $50,000.

Project Trade Contract

This contract is for use between principals (builders) and trade contractors (subcontractors) and sets out the terms and conditions that relate to the performance and completion of trade work. This contract is to be used where a subcontractor is only engaged for a single project.

Period Trade Contract Condition

This trade contract is identical to the project trade contract except it is designed to reduce paperwork where you have an ongoing relationship with a subcontractor or multiple jobs over a period of time. The contract allows for negotiation on the period that the contract runs and the length of the defects liability period. The contract conditions are to be used in conjunction with a Work Order. The Work Order sets out the details for each job, including a description and cost of the work. The conditions in the contract then apply to the job.

Variation Document

This document helps you satisfy the legal requirements that the variation must be in writing and must include specific details.

Notice of Practical Completion

This notice is used to formally notify an owner when the project is complete.

Preliminary Agreement

This agreement is for use to cover the cost of the preliminary work, such as preparation of plans or building approvals, prior to and in preparation for the signing of a contract.

Extension of Time Notice

This form is to notify the owner that the building period under the contract needs to be extended in order to complete the work.

Progress Claim

This document is like an invoice and provides efficient means for the builder to claim payment from the client or financial institution.

Work Order

This is for use with the HIA Period Trade Contract. It can be used to order trade works, request a quote for trade works or to confirm an order placed for trade works.

The terms and conditions set out in the domestic building contract referred to in this Information Sheet may not be suitable for every project. HIA does not make any representation as to the suitability of the terms and conditions for any particular project. Users of these contracts must make their own assessment (or seek professional advice) as to the appropriateness of the terms and conditions for any work or any changes that may need to be made to the terms and conditions.

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