Building Contract Template for England and Wales

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Free Building Contract

I need a Free Building Contract for a residential extension project starting in March 2025, where I'm the contractor working directly with a homeowner, with a project value of £75,000 and expected duration of 4 months.

Document background
The Free Building Contract is designed for use in England and Wales where parties require a straightforward but comprehensive agreement for construction works. This contract type is particularly suitable for smaller to medium-sized construction projects where standard industry forms might be overly complex or expensive. It includes essential provisions for scope of works, payment terms, completion dates, and party obligations while maintaining compliance with key legislation such as the Housing Grants, Construction and Regeneration Act 1996 and the Construction (Design and Management) Regulations 2015.
Suggested Sections

1. Parties: Identifies and defines the contracting parties

2. Background: Sets out the context and purpose of the agreement

3. Definitions: Defines key terms used throughout the contract

4. Scope of Works: Detailed description of the construction work to be performed

5. Contract Price and Payment Terms: Specifies the price and payment schedule

6. Programme of Works: Timeline and completion dates

7. Contractor's Obligations: Key responsibilities and duties of the contractor

8. Client's Obligations: Key responsibilities and duties of the client

9. Variations: Process for handling changes to the scope of work

10. Termination: Circumstances and process for ending the contract

Optional Sections

1. Insurance Requirements: Detailed insurance obligations - use for larger projects or when specific risks need to be covered

2. Warranties: Specific guarantees about work quality - use when long-term quality assurance is required

3. Liquidated Damages: Pre-agreed compensation for delays - use for time-critical projects

4. Dispute Resolution: Specific procedures for resolving disputes - use for complex or high-value projects

Suggested Schedules

1. Schedule of Works: Detailed breakdown of construction tasks and specifications

2. Schedule of Rates: Breakdown of costs and pricing

3. Programme Schedule: Detailed timeline of works

4. Drawings and Specifications: Technical drawings and detailed specifications

5. Insurance Certificates: Copies of required insurance policies

Authors

Alex Denne

Head of Growth (Open Source Law) @ Genie AI | 3 x UCL-Certified in Contract Law & Drafting | 4+ Years Managing 1M+ Legal Documents | Serial Founder & Legal AI Author

Industries

Housing Grants, Construction and Regeneration Act 1996: Key construction legislation covering payment provisions, statutory right to adjudication, and notice requirements for construction contracts

Contracts (Rights of Third Parties) Act 1999: Governs third-party rights and enforcement in construction contracts

Supply of Goods and Services Act 1982: Sets requirements for quality of work and reasonable care and skill in construction services

Consumer Rights Act 2015: Provides consumer protection, fair terms, and quality standards for residential construction projects

Building Act 1984: Primary legislation governing building works and control system in England and Wales

Building Regulations 2010: Detailed technical requirements for building work, covering safety, health, welfare, convenience, sustainability and more

Building (Local Authority Charges) Regulations 2010: Regulates the charges that local authorities can make for building control services

Health and Safety at Work Act 1974: Primary legislation for workplace health and safety in construction projects

Construction (Design and Management) Regulations 2015: Specific health and safety regulations for construction projects, including duties of principal contractors and clients

Environmental Protection Act 1990: Controls environmental impact of construction work including waste management and pollution

Party Wall etc. Act 1996: Regulates works affecting party walls, boundary walls and excavations near neighboring buildings

Town and Country Planning Act 1990: Main planning legislation controlling development of land in England and Wales

Planning and Compulsory Purchase Act 2004: Updates and supplements the planning system, including sustainable development requirements

Teams

Employer, Employee, Start Date, Job Title, Department, Location, Probationary Period, Notice Period, Salary, Overtime, Vacation Pay, Statutory Holidays, Benefits, Bonus, Expenses, Working Hours, Rest Breaks,  Leaves of Absence, Confidentiality, Intellectual Property, Non-Solicitation, Non-Competition, Code of Conduct, Termination,  Severance Pay, Governing Law, Entire Agreemen

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