Common use of Structural Observation Clause in Contracts

Structural Observation. In addition or in lieu of other special inspection requirements, engineer or architect shall provide structural observation per the adopted Building Code, when required by the Building Official. This requirement and frequency shall be determined by the Building Official. Special inspection and testing shall meet the minimum requirements of the California Building Code. The following conditions are also applicable. a. Duties and responsibilities of the Special Inspector and/or Architect or Engineer of Record – Limit of Authority: The special inspector is NOT AUTHORIZED to do any of the following: (1) To inspect or approve any work for which the building permit has not been issued; (2) To inspect or approve or otherwise authorize any work to commence before the Building Division has made the initial inspection. Deviation from this procedure must be requested in writing and approved by the Building Official. Refer to the adopted CBC for exceptions; (3) To inspect or approve any work other than that for which they are specifically certified; (4) To accept alternative materials, structural changes, or revisions to plans without approval of the Building Official.

Structural Observation. In addition addition, or in lieu of other special inspection requirements, engineer or architect shall provide structural observation per the adopted Building Code, when required by the Building Official. This requirement and frequency shall be determined by the Building Official. Special inspection and testing shall meet the minimum requirements of the California Building Code. The following conditions are also applicable. a. Duties and responsibilities of the Special Inspector and/or Architect or Engineer of Record – Limit of Authority: The special inspector is NOT AUTHORIZED not authorized to do any of the following: (1) : • To inspect or approve any work for which the building permit has not been issued; (2) . • To inspect or approve or otherwise authorize any work to commence before the Building Division has made the initial inspection. Deviation from this procedure must be requested in writing and approved by the Building Official. Refer to the adopted CBC for exceptions; (3) . • To inspect or approve any work other than that for which they are specifically certified; (4) . • To accept alternative materials, structural changes, or revisions to plans without approval of the Building Official.