Document background
The Home Construction Contract is a essential legal document used in the Philippines when a property owner engages a contractor to build a residential property. It serves as the primary agreement governing the construction project, incorporating requirements from Philippine construction laws, including the National Building Code (PD 1096) and the Civil Code. This document is crucial for projects ranging from single-family homes to residential complexes, providing detailed specifications for construction work, payment schedules, quality standards, and compliance requirements. It protects both the homeowner's interests in achieving their desired construction outcome and the contractor's rights to fair compensation, while ensuring adherence to local building regulations and industry standards. The contract should be used at the outset of any residential construction project, before any construction work begins, and remains active until the project's completion and final acceptance.
