Title: Nebraska Project Agreement Between A Non-Profit Church Corporation and Architect Introduction: A Nebraska Project Agreement between a non-profit church corporation and an architect is a legal document that governs the working relationship between the two parties for the successful planning, design, and construction of a church-related project within the state of Nebraska. This agreement outlines the responsibilities, obligations, and terms that both the church corporation and architect must adhere to throughout the project's duration. Keywords: Nebraska Project Agreement, Non-Profit Church Corporation, Architect, Church-related project, Legal document 1. Purpose of the Agreement: The purpose of this Nebraska Project Agreement is to define the scope of work, establish the architect's role, and detail the obligations of both parties regarding the design, engineering, and construction services for the church project. Keywords: Purpose of Agreement, Scope of work, Architect's role, Obligations 2. Project Description: Provide a comprehensive overview of the church project, including its purpose, size, location, special considerations, existing structures (if any), desired construction timeline, and any specific requirements or preferences communicated by the non-profit church corporation. Keywords: Church project, Purpose, Size, Location, Construction timeline, Specific requirements 3. Architect's Responsibilities: Outline the architect's duties, which can include conducting site evaluations, preparing conceptual designs and blueprints, obtaining necessary permits, coordinating with engineers and contractors, facilitating cost estimations, and ensuring compliance with building codes and regulations. Keywords: Architect's responsibilities, Site evaluations, Conceptual designs, Blueprints, Permits, Cost estimations, Building codes 4. Non-Profit Church Corporation's Obligations: Specify the duties and responsibilities of the non-profit church corporation, such as providing relevant site data, information about the desired aesthetic elements and functional requirements, reviewing and approving design proposals, making prompt payments, and designating a representative to liaise with the architect. Keywords: Non-Profit Church Corporation's obligations, Site data, Aesthetic elements, Functional requirements, Design proposals, Prompt payments 5. Compensation: Detail the payment structure for the architect's services, including any hourly rates, fixed fees, or percentage-based compensation, as well as any reimbursement for additional expenses incurred during the project. Establish a clear billing schedule and the terms of payment. Keywords: Compensation, Payment structure, Hourly rates, Fixed fees, Percentage-based compensation, Billing schedule 6. Ownership of Documents: Address the ownership and rights associated with the architectural drawings, designs, and related documents, specifying who retains ownership and how they may be used by the non-profit church corporation upon project completion. Keywords: Ownership of documents, Architectural drawings, Designs, Related documents, Usage rights Types of Nebraska Project Agreements: 1. Design-Bid-Build Agreement: This agreement type is used when the non-profit church corporation already has a completed design and seeks an architect's assistance in coordinating the bidding process, selecting contractors, and overseeing construction. 2. Design-Build Agreement: In this agreement, the non-profit church corporation entrusts the architect with both the design and construction responsibilities, promoting a single point of contact for the project, streamlining communication, and potentially accelerating the delivery process. 3. Architectural Consulting Agreement: This agreement is suitable when the non-profit church corporation requires specific consulting services from an architect, such as reviewing existing plans, advising on renovation projects, evaluating building conditions, or providing professional expertise on an as-needed basis. Keywords: Design-Bid-Build Agreement, Design-Build Agreement, Architectural Consulting Agreement, Nebraska Project Agreement types
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