An Architect or a person working under the Supervision and
Control of an Architect shall conduct construction observation of
the construction of a new building or the alteration or addition of
an existing building which is subject to §1.211 of this title
(relating to Privately Owned Buildings), §1.212 of this title
(relating to Publicly Owned Buildings) and §1.214 of this title
(relating to Institutional Residential Facilities). For purposes of
this subchapter, "construction observation" means the administration
of the portion of the construction contract described and documented
in the architectural plans and specifications, including the following:
(1) reviewing each shop drawing, sample, and other
submittal by a contractor or consultant;
(2) preparing or reviewing each change to an architectural
plan or specification;
(3) visiting the construction site at intervals appropriate
to the stage of construction to:
(A) become generally familiar with and keep the client
generally informed about the progress and quality of the portion of
the construction completed;
(B) make a reasonable effort to identify defects and
deficiencies in the construction;
(C) determine generally whether the construction is
being performed in a manner indicating that the project, when fully
completed, will be in accordance with the architectural plans and
specifications; and
(4) in addition to any responsibilities under §1.216
of this title (relating to Other Professional Responsibilities), notifying
the client in writing of any substantial deviation from the architectural
plans and specifications that may prevent the building from being
occupied or utilized for its intended use.
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