Certificate of Final Completion - 281

ConsensusDocs 281 is a critical administrative form used to officially document that a construction project has reached final completion. This form is signed by both the Owner and the Constructor (which may be a builder, general contractor, construction manager, or design-builder), confirming that all contractual obligations have been fulfilled and that the completed work conforms to the project’s specifications and standards.

Final completion indicates that the construction work has been fully executed, is free from material defects, and is in conformance with the contract documents. Once both parties agree that this milestone has been achieved, the form records the official final completion date and acts as a key financial and contractual trigger.

A major feature of ConsensusDocs 281 is that it authorizes the release of retrieval—the funds withheld at the time of substantial completion (documented via ConsensusDocs 280). This marks the final financial reconciliation between the parties and signifies the official end of the construction phase.

Key Benefits and Features:

• Documents and confirms final project completion
• Requires agreement and signatures from both Owner and Constructor
• Triggers the release of withheld retainage
• Confirms that work is free from material defects
• Verifies compliance with all contract requirements
• Serves as a unique industry-standard form with no AIA equivalent

ConsensusDocs 281 plays a vital role in ensuring clarity and closure at the end of a construction project. It supports best practices in contract administration by promoting accountability, reducing the potential for disputes, and offering a reliable framework for final payment and project turnover.

This form is exclusive to ConsensusDocs, offering an industry-standard solution for finalizing project completion in a consistent and legally sound manner.