2 chapters · 8 sections in this title.
D.C. Code § 27A-101 Definitions
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(a) For the purposes of this chapter, the term: (1) "Contract" means: (A) A construction contract that is an agreement of any kind of nature, express or implied, to provide labor or materials, or both, for demolition, building, renovation, alteration, or maintenance of buildings,…
D.C. Code § 27A-102 Prompt payments to contractors
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(a) If a construction contract between an owner and contractor does not provide for specific dates and times of payment, the owner shall pay to the contractor undisputed amounts owed under the terms of the written contract within the earlier of: (1) 15 days after the day on which…
D.C. Code § 27A-103 Failure to make prompt payments to a contractor
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(a) If an owner fails to make prompt payments to a contractor as required by § 27A-102, the owner shall: (1) Pay interest of 1.5% per month or any part of a month to the contractor on any undisputed amount not paid on time to the contractor; and (2) If a contractor prevails in a …
D.C. Code § 27A-104 Prompt payments to subcontractors
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(a) If a contract is between a contractor and subcontractor, or between subcontractors, the contractor or subcontractor shall pay undisputed amounts owed to its subcontractor within 7 days after receipt by the contractor or subcontractor of each payment received for its subcontra…