§1486. Definitions As used in this chapter, unless the context otherwise indicates, the following terms have the following meanings. [PL 1987, c. 574 (NEW).] 1. Change orders. “Change orders” means a written amendment to the home construction contract which becomes part of and is in conformance with the existing contract. [PL 1989, c. […]
§1487. Home construction contracts Any home construction contract for more than $3,000 in materials or labor must be in writing and must be signed by both the home construction contractor and the homeowner or lessee. Both the contractor and the homeowner or lessee must receive a copy of the executed contract prior to any work […]
§1488. Change orders Each change order to a home construction contract must be in writing and becomes a part of and is in conformance with the existing contract. All work shall be performed under the same terms and conditions as specified in the original contract unless otherwise stipulated. The change order must detail all changes […]
§1489. Exemption Parties to a home construction contract may exempt themselves from the requirements of this chapter only if the contractor specifically informs the homeowner or lessee of his rights under this chapter and the parties then mutually agree to a contract or change order that does not contain the parts set forth in sections […]
§1490. Penalties 1. Violation. Any violation of this chapter shall constitute prima facie evidence of a violation of the Unfair Trade Practices Act, Title 5, chapter 10. [PL 1987, c. 574 (NEW).] 2. Civil penalty. Each violation of this chapter constitutes a civil violation for which a forfeiture of not less than $100 nor […]
