Architects, Engineers and the Law

Constructing a building is a complex legal as well as technical project. Consequently, architectural and engineering practice increasingly demands a sound understanding of planning and commercial law issues.Architects, Engineers & the Law has become the standard reference for architects, engineers and lawyers on the legal aspects of day-to-day architectural and engineering practice. J R Cooke provides clear concise explanations of the legal responsibilities of architects and engineers, and the consequences of the many legal processes and relationships part of the construction process.Twenty-six chapters coverContractsTendersEmployment relationshipsBudgets and estimatesProgress certificatesStatutory planning and building controlRestrictions on land useConsent authorities and planning appeal tribunalsMoral rights legislationStandards of professional conduct and careConsequences of breaches of professional duty and care. Architects, Engineers & the Law will enable you to proceed confident that you understand the legal responsibilities and consequences of your practice.Cooke, John R. is the author of 'Architects, Engineers and the Law', published 2001 under ISBN 9781862873940 and ISBN 1862873941.