Pakistan government plans three-year defect liability period for major construction projects
Federal Minister Ahad Cheema chaired a meeting in Islamabad on Wednesday to discuss reforms including a minimum three-year defect liability period for public-sector construction projects.
Meeting discusses regulatory structure options
Officials considered whether to establish one or two separate bodies for the construction sector. The minister emphasized that detailed consideration is needed before deciding on the institutional setup. Relevant agencies and industry representatives will consult further on this proposed structure.
Liability period extends to smaller projects
The plan requires contractors to remain responsible for defects on major projects for at least three years. This measure is intended to be extended to smaller projects in subsequent phases. Participants agreed to continue engagements with stakeholders to fine-tune the institutional framework.
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