As-built documentation

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As-built documentation captures the finished state of a project completed in accordance with the contract. It may include details of ancillary works such as interior fit-out or associated landscaping. Typically, a set of as-built documents will include all architectural and services documentation that comprise the completed project including schedules, specifications and material that describe the physical conditions of the building at that point in time, usually at Practical completion.

Page contents

• Types of as-built documents
• BIM Level of Development (LOD) 500 – As-built final model
• Record copies vs as-built documents
• Challenges of producing as-built documents
• Management of inputs from specialist consultants
• Potential legal issues and risks
• Other considerations
• Recommended clauses to include within agreements
• Recommended disclaimer to include on as-built documents