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What contract terms should address damage to landscaping during ground-mounted solar construction?
Answer
The contract should define the work area, access routes, protected items, baseline condition, damage responsibility, restoration standard, evidence process, and payment or remedy for unrepaired damage.
Key points
- Attach a site plan identifying trees, irrigation, plantings, fences, driveways, drainage, and areas off limits.
- Specify who obtains permission for tree or vegetation removal and who pays for restoration or replacement.
- Require preconstruction photographs and a post-work walkthrough.
What it depends on
- Site layout and construction access
- Landscaping and irrigation conditions
- Ground-mount foundations and trenching
- Installer insurance and subcontractor practices
Risks and trade-offs
- A vague restoration promise can produce disputes about quality and replacement value.
- Restricting access may increase construction cost or require a different design.
- Underground irrigation, drainage, or utility damage may not be visible immediately.
Information you may need
- Detailed site plan and construction method
- Baseline photographs and landscaping inventory
- Restoration specifications and timelines
- Damage reporting and dispute procedure
Your next step
What to do next
Add a marked site plan and condition record to the contract, with explicit restoration and damage-payment terms, before construction begins.
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