To do so, the architect either would have to observe construction continuously, full-time, throughout the construction phase or perform destructive investigations and testing after completion. When record drawings are compiled for a client, they are intended to conform only to the information furnished by the contractor to the architect and thus only show the reported location of the actual work.īecause record drawings are based to a large extent on information provided by others, and finish materials conceal much of the information depicted, it is not reasonable to expect an architect to verify and certify the information the drawings contain. The phrase “record drawing” is a more accurate term for post-construction documents because there is no such thing as an “as-built” drawing drawings intended to document construction are based largely on information supplied by the contractor and others upon completion of the work and only partly on the architect’s observation and documentation of the actual construction. The term “as-built drawing” logically can be inferred to mean that the document depicts the actual physical condition of the constructed facility.
Subsequent owners of the property have a right to rely on the information in a record document whether or not they were properly advised of the understanding between the original owner and the architect regarding the document’s completeness and accuracy. Readers are strongly advised to consult an attorney for advice regarding any matter related to contract provisions.įrom time to time, a client may ask the design team to modify construction documents-plans and specifications-to reflect the condition of the building “as-built.” An architect assumes a substantial risk in preparing such “as-built” documents. The information herein should not be regarded as a substitute for legal advice. Examples of provisional language that might be used to mitigate the risk involved with “as- built” drawings are included.įrom time to time, a client may ask the design team to modify construction documents-plans and specifications-to reflect the condition of the building “as-built.” An architect assumes a substantial risk in preparing such “as-built” documents. Asbuilt Industry News Certifying As-built or Record DrawingsĪrchitects should use caution when giving record drawings to clients and when creating “as-built” drawings.
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