Last Week in Florida Construction Law
A proposed statute changing the scope of work allowed for pool contractors and another that would require escrow accounts for certain types of residential construction.
Two Proposed Statutes Overhaul Scopes of Work Allowed for Commercial and Residential Pool/Spa Contractors and Pool/Spa Servicers
The proposed bills would more specifically define the work allowed to be done by commercial pool/spa contractors, more specifically define the limits imposed on residential pool/spa contractors, and also more clearly define the scope of work that servicers can perform.. Click here to read the full article.
Proposed Statute Would Require Escrow Accounts for Certain Residential Projects and Certain Contractors
If enacted, contractors licensed for less than five years, or contracting in emergency areas within 18 months following the emergency, or that had been disciplined within the last five years would be required to escrow any deposit of $10,000.00 or higher. Failure to do so would be a violation of Chapter 489, Florida Statutes, and be a felony. Click here to read the full article.
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Jason Lambert is a Florida licensed attorney, Board Certified in Construction Law, who focuses his practice on representing and advising contractors, subcontractors, and material suppliers in the construction industry throughout the state of Florida. Before law school, Jason spent a decade working in the construction industry, primarily as a project manager and operations director for both new construction and remodeling. He also has experience in the wholesale and retail electrical, flooring, and countertop industries.
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