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Construction Project Change Order

Instructions for Use

• Complete all sections below, ensuring that the description of the change and the impact on the project schedule are documented with as much technical specificity as possible.
• Attach any relevant supporting documentation, such as revised architectural drawings, material specifications, or itemized cost breakdowns, to this form.
• Once completed, both the Owner and the Contractor must sign and date the document; this change order is not binding until fully executed by both authorized representatives.

Parties and Definitions

This Change Order (the "Change Order") is entered into by and between: Owner: [Full Legal Name of Owner], located at [Owner Address] Contractor: [Full Legal Name of Contractor], located at [Contractor Address] Project Name: [Project Name/Reference Number] Original Contract Date: [Date of Original Contract]

Operative Terms

1. Description of Change: The Contractor shall perform the following additional or modified work: [Detailed description of the changes to the scope of work].
2. Contract Sum Adjustment: The total cost of the project shall be [ ] Increased / [ ] Decreased / [ ] No Change by the amount of $[]. The new total contract sum, including this change, is $[].
3. Contract Time Adjustment: The project completion date shall be [ ] Extended / [ ] Reduced / [ ] Unchanged by [] calendar days. The new substantial completion date is [].
4. Scope Confirmation: The Contractor warrants that the scope of work described herein is complete and inclusive of all labor, materials, equipment, and overhead required to implement the change.
5. No Other Changes: Except as expressly modified by this Change Order, all other terms and conditions of the original construction contract remain in full force and effect.
6. Authorization: By signing below, the parties agree that this Change Order constitutes a final settlement of all claims for time and money arising from the work described herein.

Signature & Acknowledgment

Owner Signature: __________ Printed Name: [Name of Owner Representative] Title: [Title] Date: [Date]

Contractor Signature: __________ Printed Name: [Name of Contractor Representative] Title: [Title] Date: [Date]

Legal Disclaimer: This document is a general framework and does not constitute legal advice. Construction laws vary significantly by jurisdiction. Consult with qualified legal counsel to ensure this document complies with local statutes and your specific contractual obligations.