Sec. 05.04.15.11. Contract Documents

A. There shall be no modification of any contract documents without the prior written consent of the Department or the local administrator, as evidenced by an approved change order, executed by:

(1) The contractor; and

(2) The grantee.

B. Contract documents are listed and described in Program guidelines.

C. Inspections. The Department or local administrator, or an agent authorized by the local administrator and acceptable to the Program, may conduct inspections to determine the required scope of work, to verify payments, and to facilitate construction problems and disputes and arbitration procedures.

D. Construction Disputes. If disputes between the contractor and the grantee occur, the Department shall recognize the findings of the Maryland Home Improvement Commission and the Consumer Protection Division of the Office of the Attorney General.

E. Termination of Contracts. Contracts may be terminated for cause in accordance with the grant documents and contract documents