Contract Clarity: Templates Tailored for Modular Construction Success w/ AIA Contract Documents

Inside Modular: The Podcast of Commercial Modular Construction

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For years, modular construction stakeholders have struggled with traditional contracts that fail to account for the dual-site nature of prefabrication, the split responsibilities for design between architects and manufacturers, and the complex permitting processes spanning multiple jurisdictions. Now, new agreements from AIA Contract Documents tackle these challenges head-on by clearly delineating responsibilities and risks where they're best managed.

Listen as Sara Betancorth from AIA Contract Documents and Sal Verrastro from Spillman Farmer Architects detail how these new contracts were created through years of collaboration between architects, attorneys, and industry experts. Now available to the public, these contracts represent a balanced approach that acknowledges the realities of modern modular construction. The result? Contracts that reduce risk, clarify responsibilities, and ultimately facilitate smoother project delivery for all stakeholders.

Whether you're an owner, architect, contractor, or modular manufacturer, these new documents promise to transform how modular projects are structured and executed.

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1. Introduction to AIA Contract Documents (00:00:00)

2. Developing Modular-Specific Contracts (00:06:31)

3. Creating Documents Through Collaborative Process (00:13:00)

4. How Contracts Address Unique Modular Workflows (00:18:42)

5. Risk Allocation Between Project Stakeholders (00:19:30)

6. Handling Permitting and Code Compliance (00:22:13)

7. Transportation and Module Installation Flexibility (00:25:55)