Construction Agreement With Contractor In Utah
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State Overview: General Licensing Requirements The Utah Division of Occupational and Professional Licensing (DOPL) oversees contractor licensing in Utah. The state mandates that any individual or business performing construction work valued at $3,000 or more must hold a valid contractor's license.
Statutory Limitations Unless you specifically spell out a different time period in a contract, Utah law permits contract and warranty claims to be filed within six years of the date of completion (or abandonment) of the improvement.
It is illegal to hire a person who is not licensed to perform construction work on a project, unless the person is not required to be licensed. See Utah Code § 58-55-501(3).
The state mandates that any individual or business performing construction work valued at $3,000 or more must hold a valid contractor's license. This requirement applies across various classifications, including general contracting, residential/small commercial work, and specialty trades like electrical and plumbing.
The permit must be taken out by the person doing the work, the electrical contractor or the homeowner. State law does allow a homeowner of a single family residence to do his or her electrical work.
Below are eight important points to consider including in an independent contractor agreement. Define a Scope of Work. Set a Timeline for the Project. Specify Payment Terms. State Desired Results and Agree on Performance Measurement. Detail Insurance Requirements. Include a Statement of Independent Contractor Relationship.
Can I be my own Contractor? Pursuant to Utah State Code 55-55-305 a property owner is exempt from licensure and may engage in acts or practices included within the practice of construction trades subject to the stated circumstances and limitations within the Code.
Yes! It's true that many self-employed individuals, especially those who work from home, never get a business license in Utah. But if your local government finds out that you're running an unlicensed business, you might be fined, or even be prevented from doing business until you obtain the license.
Write the name of the contract at the top of the page. Follow with the names or company names of all parties, in this format: This agreement is between ____ and ____. Contracts involving a business should include the business' full legal name, including descriptions such as “Ltd.” or “Inc.”
