1 Legal framework

1.1 Which legislative and regulatory provisions govern construction projects in your jurisdiction?

A vast array of legislative and regulatory provisions govern construction in the United States, at both the federal and state levels, as well as the local level (cities and municipalities). Depending on the project, an owner or contracting party may be subject to one or more of these statutory and regulatory frameworks. The types of laws affecting construction generally include:

• public bidding laws;
• wage and hour laws;
• environmental laws;
• occupational safety and workplace health standards;
• building and housing codes;
• minimum design standards; and
• construction permitting and contractor licensing and registration requirements.

1.2 What other legislative and regulatory provisions have relevance for construction projects in your jurisdiction?

See question 1.1

1.3 Which bodies are responsible for enforcing the applicable laws and regulations? What powers do they have?

The laws and regulations affecting construction are enforced by the applicable agencies charged with the administration and enforcement of the particular law. For example, state and federal departments of environmental protection are generally charged with the enforcement of environmental laws. Local building departments also have general enforcement powers with regard to safety and building code violations. The powers ascribed to these enforcement agencies may be both civil and criminal; and the...

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