Schedule K - RIBA Work Stage 7: In Use.
RIBA Work Stage 7: In Use is the final stage of the RIBA Plan of Work, which covers the period after the construction has been completed and the project is in use. This stage is known as 'In Use' or 'Post Occupancy Evaluation' and involves evaluating the performance of the building and its systems, and assessing how well it meets the client's requirements and design intentions.
K1. If Architecture North Ltd has not been appointed for this scope of work, administration costs will be charged to undertake this scope of work.
K2. The Client shall engage the services of the Architect/Consultant to provide the architectural services for RIBA Work Stage 7 as set out within the Project Acceptance Client Approval.
K3. The architect will ensure that the design complies with all relevant statutory requirements, including building requirements.
K4. The Client shall promptly sign off the Client Approval RIBA Work Stage 7 Sign-Off Form presented by the Architecture North Ltd indicating approval of the work performed.
K5. The Architecture North Ltd shall not be held liable for any delays or errors resulting from the Client's failure to timely approve or sign Client Approval Forms.
K6. The AArchitecture North Ltd shall conduct a post-occupancy evaluation of the completed project to determine whether the project is meeting the intended performance goals.
K7. To review the snagging list, and work with the contractor to resolve these issues.
K8. Toreview any defects that may arise during this time, and work with the contractor to resolve these issues.
K9. The Architecture North Ltd shall assist the client in monitoring the building's performance over time, including energy use, maintenance needs, and other performance metrics.
K10. The Architecture North Ltd shall assist the client in conducting occupancy surveys to determine the satisfaction levels of the building's occupants.
K11. The Architecture North Ltd liability for any claims arising out of or related to RIBA Work Stage 7 shall be limited to the amount of the architect's professional liability insurance coverage, as set forth in the contract.