Dictated Clause Samples
The "Dictated" clause establishes that instructions, terms, or agreements communicated verbally and subsequently transcribed are considered valid and binding. In practice, this clause applies when parties provide directions or make agreements over the phone or in person, and these are later written down by a party or their representative. Its core function is to ensure that oral instructions or agreements, once documented, have legal effect, thereby reducing disputes over the validity of dictated communications and providing clarity in contractual relationships.
Dictated. Contractor guarantees there will be no additional or unforeseen expenses related to change orders with the exception of items in “Section 6 – Exclusions to No Unforeseen Change Order Guarantee” above. A dictated Change Order occurs when an unforeseen change, such as a city code or an inspector’s request, dictates that a change be made to the Project. In many cases, dictated Change Orders happen because Contractor is not able to see what electrical, heating, or plumbing conditions are like inside the Homeowner’s walls, floors, or ceilings before the Project starts. In an attempt to avoid surprises, Contractor may complete minor demolition to see inside walls, floors, or ceiling during the design & planning stage and prior to commencement of work to help avoid these unexpected conditions. When additional work is dictated or unforeseeable and discovered the difference between the original price and the cost of the additional work plus additional management fees would be paid by the Homeowner along with the next payment. Additionally, when it is impossible to know whether work will need to be completed until the project is underway, Contractor may include items in the line-item specifications and contract that may not need to be completed. In the