Tallahassee, FL asked in Construction Law and Contracts for Florida

Q: I have a contract with a pool company he is half way through and informed up he can’t move forward without a permit

He informed us he isn’t registered in our country to get a permit. The pool was to be completed 6-8 weeks it’s now week 9. What can I do to push him forward?

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Charles M.  Baron
Charles M. Baron
Answered
  • Hollywood, FL
  • Licensed in Florida

A: See if you, rather than him, can apply for the permit. If your county/city requires the professional to apply for it, and he has no ability to apply, he should never have contracted with you to begin with. Discuss that issue with him and determine if you can reach some amicable resolution, such as him sub-contracting with a professional who can get the permit, with no extra charge to you - or you contracting with someone else, with him adjusting the price accordingly. If you cannot amicably resolve it, you'll need to schedule a consultation with an attorney in your area who handles contract disputes.

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