Amends construction contract laws to protect subcontractors' rights to stop work for nonpayment.
The bill amends District of Columbia construction contract laws to protect subcontractors' rights to stop work for nonpayment. It allows subcontractors to suspend performance without penalty if they do not receive payment within the established deadlines. The subcontractor must provide written notice to the owner or their agent. The bill also mandates that owners notify contractors or subcontractors of any withheld payment for deficiency items within 14 days. Failure to comply with this requirement results in the owner having to pay the full invoice.
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