Construction Punch Lists: The Most Heated Debate in Construction Finally Settled!

Discover why contractors—not architects—are responsible for creating punch lists according to official AIA documents.

Michael breaks down the connection between substantial completion and punch lists with practical examples that every architect needs to understand.

In This Episode, You'll Learn:

- What substantial completion really means and why it matters

- The official AIA documentation confirming who creates punch lists

- The step-by-step punch list process from start to finish

- How to handle missed items with the one-year correction period

- Best practices for managing punch lists without conflict

Looking to master construction punch lists? Explore our in-depth guide on the Young Architect Academy: https://academy2.youngarchitect.com/construction-punch-list/

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