Learn the basics of design and construction contract law and administration. Understand more about key legal issues for new york architects.Contract between the Owner and Contractor. New York state law requires a contractor to provide a written contract for home improvement work. Project: Work at the Site carried out pursuant to one or more sets of Contract Documents. First thing you should check is your contract with the Client, to see if you are obligated to agree to an Assignment of your contract to a 3rd party. NHCC seeks proposals from qualified Architectural Firms for design and related services for various projects. Steps to Create the Contract. Role of the Contract.