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Project Closeout Sequence

Updated Mar 26, 2026
Closeout sequence: 1) Substantial completion punch list, 2) Final inspections (building, fire, health), 3) Certificate of Occupancy, 4) Owner training on systems, 5) As-built documents, 6) Warranty packages, 7) Final payment, 8) Lien waivers, 9) Project archive.
TAGS
closeoutpunch-listCOwarrantyinspection
DETAILS
phase
DELIVER
category
Closeout
successor
Occupancy + warranty period
predecessor
All work complete + final cleaning
critical holds
["Final building inspection","Fire marshal inspection","CO issued"]
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