EngPlans LLC

Contractor and Owner Acknowledgement and Responsibilities

By the use, acceptance, or submission of these plans, the Owner(s) and Contractor(s) agree to the following terms and conditions:

1. That the pool, spa, tank anchorage system, civil drainage systems, structure, and any other design, system, or improvement contemplated by these plans shall be built in accordance with the plan specifications, including and not limited to, proper use of materials and construction methods. The Owner and Contractor, jointly and severally liable, agree to indemnify and hold harmless EngPlans LLC (and any individual engineer listed in the plans) from any claims or adverse matters, including attorneys' fees and costs, if it is determined that the construction was not in accordance with the plans specified herein.
2. The Contractor is ultimately responsible for ensuring that all work contemplated by these plans, including but not limited to pools, spas, tank anchorage systems, civil drainage systems, structures, and any other design, system, or improvement, is constructed in compliance with all applicable engineering standards, codes, and ordinances prescribed herein. If the project deviates from the plans, contact the Engineer of Record (EOR) in writing, prior to continuing any work.
3. All work shall be completed within performance standards and inspected by the local building official as required.
4. The Contractor/Owner shall verify the site conditions meet the requirements specified herein.
5. The Contractor and Owner both agree to verify that all materials used meet the required minimum specifications contained herein, and all contractors, subcontractors, and employees are trained, licensed, and insured in all installation and construction.
6. The Contractor and owner are responsible for documenting invoices and photographing all stages of construction to verify that the materials and methods of construction are in accordance with these plans. In the event that the Contractor/Owners cannot verify this, then it shall be presumed that the Contractor/Owner did not use the proper materials and did not comply with the construction details and methods specified in this plan.
7. The Owner and Contractor are jointly and severally liable for the cost of these plans, and submission of these plans to the local building department is acceptance of fees and charges incurred in the production of the plans and any additional charges incurred in accordance with our fee schedule.
8. These plans are intended solely for the use to the parties named herein and no other. No suitability or warranty is transferred to any third party or subsequent purchaser of the site.
9. EngPlans LLC’s liability, including the liability of any individual engineer listed, in connection with the production and use of these plans, is limited to the amount of money actually paid to EngPlans LLC. Prior to commencing any lawsuit or administrative complaint against EngPlans LLC (or any individual engineer), the adverse party shall participate in a mediation with EngPlans LLC; the cost of the mediator shall be paid for by the adverse party. Jurisdiction for any lawsuit filed in connection with these plans shall occur in Pinellas County, Florida.