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11 CHURCH ST - BUILDING INSPECTION (17) the Commonwealth of Massachusetts CITY Board of Building Regulations and Standards Op SALL'M Massachusetts State Building Code, 740 C'MR, 71h edition Revised JanuarY Building Permit Application To Construct, Repair, Renovate Or Demolish a /, :0lLY One-or Two-Furnily Dwelling This Section For Official Use Only Building Permit Number: Date Applied: Signature: ie—' Building Commissioner/Inspector of Buil 'ngs I ate SECTION I:SITE INFORMATION Ip y Ad/d/unress: 1.2 Assessors Map& Parcel u rs Map Number Parcel Number I.Ia Is this an accepted street?yes` no p J 1.3 Zoning Information: 1.4 Property Dimensions: Zoning District Proposed Use [.at Area(sy IU Frontage(R) 1.5 Building Setbacks(ft) Front Yard Side Yards Rear Yard Required Provided Required Provided Required Provided 1.6 Water Supply:(M.G.L c.40,§54) 1.7 Flood Zone Information: 1.8 Sewage Disposal System: Zone: _ Outside Flood Zone? Municipal❑ On site disposal system ❑ Public❑ Private❑ Check if es❑ SECTION 2: PROPERTY OWNERSHIP' 2.1 Ownert of Record: `/— "A n2 rE<i. z_ L Esc Name(Print) '� ^ Address for Service: 1T7V- 340 �� Sao Signature 'Telephone SECTION 3: DESCRIPTION OF PROPOSED WORK'(check all that apply) New Construction❑ Existing Building❑ Owner-Occupied Cl Repairs(s) Alteration(s) ❑ Addition ❑ Demolition ❑ 1 Accessory Bldg.❑ Number of Units_ Other ❑ Specify: Brief Description of Proposed Work': SECTION d: ESTIMATED CONSTRUCTION COSTS Estimated Costs: Official Use Only Item abor and Materials 1. Building I. Building Permit Fee:S Indicate how toe is determined: ❑Standard City/Town Application Fee 2. Electrical S ❑Total Project Cost' (Item 6)x multiplier x ` 3. Plumbing S 2. Other Fees: S 4. Mechanical (IIVAC) S -- List: 5. Mechanical (Fire S Total All Fees: S Suppression) Check No. Check Amount: Cash Amount: 6. Total Project Cost: S / oO cT 13 Paid in Full 0 Outstanding Balance Due: SECTION 5: CONSTRUCTION SERVICES 5.1 Licensed Construction Supervisor(CSL) O�4gS J (/� I ,,ULI-r/- I.icense Number Expiration Date Nunn of CSL-I lulder a�s- List CSL1}pe Isee below) t Address Description LA — k_') _ Il I!nrestricteJ(Lip to 35,000 Cu. Ft.) Signature It I Restricted 1&2 Family Dwellin N1 Mason only G'n�-C64'="ta5� RC I Residential Rooting Covering 1'elephone WS Residential Window and Siding SF I Residential Solid Fuel Burning Appliance Installation U 1 Residential Demolition 2 1j�s AAk0omelmprovementContractor(HIC) / �q 7� '! MCC'C(�ompany Name or l IIC Registnml Name Registration Number Cf�/-�x/•at_ ru 6j-�w-�g 6�-EG( t.•..4_Ot s"72 'q Address r� R? -7 s Expiration Date St turc .r0cphune SECTION 6: WORKERS'COMPENSATION INSURANCE AFFIDAVIT(M.G.L.c. 153.9 25C(6)) Workers Compensation Insurance affidavit must be completed and submitted with this application. Failure to provide this affidavit will result in the denial of the Issuance of the building permit. Signed Affidavit Attached? Yes .......... &� No........... O SECTION 7a:OWNER AUTHORIZATION TO BE COMPLETED WHEN OWNER'S AGENT OR CONTRACTOR APPLIES FOR BUILDING PERMIT 1• M p`L/ � �— as Owner of the subject property hereby authorize � q- /�1lnGhCr3•t.CS to act on my behalf,in all matters relative to work authorized by this building permit application. 0--A�-o•ei-r b .,h.J !� -/S-r 2- Signature of Owner Date SECTION/7b: OWNER'OR AUTHORIZED AGENT DECLARATION 1. C tirC G irr-r1 h�r�-tea /) ,as Owner or Authorized Agent hereby declare that the statements and information on the foregoing application are true and accurate,to the best of my knowledge and behalf. Print Name Signature of Owner or Authorized Agent Date (Signed under the pains and penalties of r'u NOTES: I. An Owner who obtains a building permit to do his/her own work,or an owner who hires an unregistered contractor (not registered in the Home Improvement Contractor(IfIC)Program), will no have access to the arbitration program or guaranty fund under M.G.L.c. 142A. Other important information on the HIC Program and Construction Supervisor Licensing(CSL)can be found in 780 CMR Regulations I I0.R6 and I I O.R5,respectively. 2. When substantial work is planned,provide the information below: Total floors area(Sy. Ft.) (including garage, finished basemenVattics,decks or porch) Gross living area(Sq. Ft.) Ilabitable room count Number of fireplaces Number of bedrooms Number of bathrooms Number of half baths Type of heating system Number of decks/porches Type of cooling system Enclosed Open 3. "Total Project Square Footage"may he substituted tier-Tolal Project Cost" Contract - Detailed Pella Windows& Doors Sales Rep Name: Scott, Jennifer HIC#1 29774/Tax ID#26-1413183 45 Fondi Road ------821WRep Phone: 978-373-2500 Haverhill, MA 01832 10 Sales Rep Fax: Phone: (978)373-2500 Fax: (978)373-7274 Sales Rep E-Mail: ScottJA@PellaBoston.com Gustorner.lnfomiatton Prtoertt4elivery Marie Gentz Geritz,Marle,ill C,Salem,MA,1126526 Quote Name: Designer window/patio door 11 Curch St 11 Curch St Order Number: 741JS00X *31 SALEM,MA 01970 Lot# Quote Number: 3952091 Day Phone: (978)3903980 SALEMi MA 01970 Order Type: Installed Sales Mobile Phone: County: ESSEX Payment Terms: Deposit/C.O.D. Fax Number: Tax Code: MA TAX 6.25 E-Mail: dandrnneeds(pverizon-net Quoted Date: 7126/2012 Great Plains#: Customer Number: 1006111602 Customer Account: 1001760641 Customer Notes: permit fee 96.00 check 615 Line# 10 None Assigned Delivery/Setup- Delivery/Setup City 1 t/ For more'information regarding the finishing,maintenance, service and warranty of all Pella(E)products,visit the Pella®website at www.pella.com 0WONO r`�M­A 0'­ 9 M 7 Gustomer: Made Gentz Project Name: Gentz,Marie,11 C,Salem,MA,1126526 Order Number: 741JS0034 Quote Number: 3952091 Attributes 15 bedroom Designer,2-Wide Double Hung,62.5 X 57.25,White, 3-11/16" Qty 1:Non-Standard Size Double Hung,Equal Split PK# Frame Size: 31 114 X 57 1/4 527 General Information: Standard,Clad, None Exterior Color I Finish: Standard EnduraClad,White Interior Color I Finish: Prefinished White Interior Glass: Insulated Low E Advanced Argon Gas —Tes Hinge Panel: Hardooat LowE.Annealed,Standard per design(2.5mm) Viewed From Exterior Hardware Options: Standard Lock,None,White,No Sash Lift Screen: Full Screen,InVIew Frame Size:62.5"X 57.25" Unit Accessories: Cellular Fabric Shade-Bottom Up,Cellular Fabric Shade-Bottom Up,Bamboo Room Darkening Final Wall Depth:3.11/16" Grille; RMB,No,314"Designer,Traditional(3W3H I OWOH),Prelinished White,White,Shipped In Unit Vertical Mull 1: FactoryMull,Standard(Vertical Factory)(0") 2:Non-Standard Size Double Hung,Equal Split Frame Size: 31 114 X 57 1/4 General Information: Standard,Clad,None Exterior Color/Finish; Standard EnduraClad,White Interior Color/Finish: Prefinishad White Interior Glass: Insulated Low E Advanced Argon Gas Hinge Panel: Harccoat LowE,Annealed,Standard per design(2.5mm) Hardware Options: Standard Lock,None,White,No Sash Lift Screen: Full Screen,InView Unit Accessories: Cellular Fabric Shade-Bottom Up,Cellular Fabric Shade-Bottom Up,Bamboo Room Darkening Grille: RMB,No,3/4"Designer,Traditional(3W3H I OWOH),Prefinished White,White,Shipped In Unit Wrapping Information: Foldout Fins,Factory Applied,3-11/16"Factory Applied,Perimeter Length=240",Glazing Pressure=95. 3rd Story and Above->30ft To Top Of Window- Install Charge(per unit) 07.Y 1 Trim—Stool and Apron-Add Stool and Apron Trim to Picture Frame Q-.y 1 Composite Trim>48-Composite Trim Upgrade>Greater than 48 inches wide Q�y 1 FF-48-96 wide-Install Full Frame Window 48-96 inches wide Q-'y 1 Linea Location: Attflbiutwr 20 patio door Designer, Inswing Door Active i Inactive, 74.25 X 81.25,White,4-9116" Qty 1:Non-Standard Size Active I Inactive Inswing Door PK# Frame Size: 74 1/4 X 81 1/4 General Information: Standard,Clad,None,Standard Sill 527 Exterior Color/Finish: Standard EnduraClad,White Interior Color I Finish: Prefinished White Interior Glass: Insulated Tempered Low E Advanced Argon Gas li-171 Hinge Panel: Hardcoat LowE,Tempered,Standard per design(3mm) Viewed From Exteror Hardware Options: Order Handle Set,Satin Nickel Frame Size:74.25'X 81,25" Screen: Hinge Screen,Satin Nickel,InView Unit Accessories: Cellular Fabric Shade-Bottom Up,Bamboo Room Darkening Final Wall Depth:4-9116" Grille: RMB,No,314"Designer,Traditional(3W6H),Prefinishad White,White,Shipped In Unit Wrapping Information: Foldout Fins,Factory Applied,4-9/16"Factory Applied,Perimeter Length=311 Glazing Pressure=190. 3rd Story and Above-40ft To Top Of Window- Install Charge(per unit) oty 1 Composite Trim>48-Composite Trim Upgrade>Greater than 48 inches wide city I For more information regarding the finishing, maintenance,service and warranty of all Pella®products,visit the Pella®website at www.pella.com Customer: Marie Gentz ProjectNarne: Gentz,Marie,IIC,Salem,MA,1126526 Order Number: 741JS0034 Quote Number: 3952091 PD-2 Wide-Install 2-Wide Patio Door City 1 ---------------- 35 crane charge Misc. Labor- Miscellaneous Labor. MY te 55 livingroom Designer, Double Hung,21 X 58,25,White, 3-11116" City 11 1:Non-Standard Size Double Hung,Equal Split PK# Frame Size: 21 X 58 1/4 General Information: Standard,Clad,None 527 Exterior Color I Finish: Standard EnduraClad,White Interior Color I Finish: Prefinished White Interior Glass: Insulated Low E Advanced Argon Gas Hinge Panel: Clear,Annealed,Standard per design(2.5mm) Viewed From Exterior Hardware Options: Standard Lock,None,White,Order Sash Lift Screen: Full Screen,InView Frame Size:21"X 58.25" Unit Accessories: Cellular Fabric Shade-Bottom Up,Cellular Fabric Shade-Bottom Up,Bamboo Room Darkening Final Wall Depth:3-11116" Grille: RIVIB,No,3/4"Designer,Traditional(2W2H/OWOH),Prefinished White,White,Shipped In Unit Wrapping Information: Foldout Fins,Factory Applied,3-11/16"Factory Applied,Perimeter Length=159",Glazing Pressure=130. FF<48 wide-Install Full Frame Window 48 Inches or less wide QtY I Composite Trim<48-Composite Upgrade-48 Inches or Less Wide Qty 1 For more information regarding the finishing,maintenance,service and warranty of all Pella®products,visit the Pella®website at www.pella.com Customer:Marie Gentz Project Name: Gentz,Marle,11 C.Salem,MA.1126526 Order Number 741JS0034 Quote Number: 3952091 Lind k, L on: ---- Attributes 60 None Assigned September Rebate-September Rebate oty 1 Attributes'' 65 None Assigned September Rebate-September Rebate oty LLt#- Location, :Attributes 70 None Assigned September Rebate-September Rebate Qty Thank You For Purchasing Pella® Products PELLA WARRANTY: For m—ore information regarding the finishing, maintenance,service and warranty of all Pella®products,visit the Pella0website at www.pella.com GJ9I9II9 r—f—. nM';iM D� . A f Qustomer.Marie Gentz Project Name: Gentz,Marie,11C,Salem,MA,1126526 Order Number: 741JS0034 Quote Number: 3952091 Pella products are covered by Pella's limited warranties in effect at the time of sale.All applicable product warranties are incorporated into and become apart of this contract. Please see the warranties for complete details,tatting special note of the two important notice sections regarding installation of Pella products and proper management of moisture within the wall system.Neither Pella Corporation nor Pella Windows&Doors will be bound by any other warranty unless specifically set out in this contract. However,Pella Corporation will not be liable for branch warranties which create obligations in addition to or obligations which are inconsistent with Pella written warranties. Clear opening(egress)information does not take into consideration the addition of a Rolscreen[or any other accessory]to the product.You should consult your local building code to ensure your Pella products meet local egress requirements. Per the manufacturer's limited warranty,unfinished mahogany exterior windows and doors must be finished upon receipt prior to installing and refinished annually,thereafter. Variations in wood grain,color,texture or natural characteristics are not covered under the limited warranty. Project Checklist Review Installed Orders Only) 1 6 Y) Before the Installation the Homeowner agrees to dQ the following; Obtain Condo Association Approval Obtain Historic Approval Remove existing shutters and awnings Remove air conditioners Remove existing shades, drapes, window treatments,wall hangings, and personal belongings Move furniture at least 3 feet away from work area Tie or cut back trees, bushes and shrubs in the work area Arrange to have alarm system and doorbells disconnected Arrange to have any plumbing and electrical repairs or changes made by appropriate licensed contractor Provide a door handle and lockset for entry door if Pella handle and lockset is not purchased. Before the Installation Pella games to do the following: Obtain Building Permit(When required) Prefinish products when purchased in contract D ter ngJhe Insta la(jgn the Homeowner agrees to do the following: Keep pets safety away from work area Keep children safely away from work area Allow Pella Installer room to work safely within your home (During the Installation Pella agrees to do�th _following: Deliver and unload products purchased per contract Place and remove drop cloths in work area then vacuum, and remove all debris at end of day Remove existing product, including storm windows, and dispose of it unless otherwise specified Install all products using method specified in contract per Pella Installation Instructions Replace interior and/or exterior trim only if purchased If Purchased, install exterior primed pine wood trim or Composite. Composite will be unfinished. If Purchased, install interior trim matching wood window finish or White trim for Impervia and Encompass For more information regarding the finishing,maintenance,service and warranty of all Pella®products,visit the Pella®website at www.pella.com nA..:nA.... monnnn n...d...d n.....anA n— C -1 7 Customer: Marie Gentz Project Name: Gentz,Marie,11 C,Salem,MA,1126526 Order Number: 741JS0034 Quote Number: 3952091 Install non-Pella entry door lockset provided by you. Pella is not responsible for it's quality or performance After the Installation the Homeowner agrees to do the following: Be available for completion and sign off to verify all products purchased are in working order Reinstall existing shutters and awnings Re-install existing shades, drapes,window treatments,wall hangings, and reposition furniture Arrange to have alarm system and doorbells reinstalled Reinstall air conditioners Remove stickers from product and save for energy rebate and tax purposes Wash all interior&exterior glass surfaces Fill nail holes and joints on interior trim if windows are to be stained (after staining) Mg__ up exterior casing issues due to storm window removal if full wrap or new exterior trim is not purchased I!g' Project Checklist has been reviewed Customer initial Product Only Addendum has been reviewed Customer initial Credit Card Account#: Last 4 Digits Expiration Date: ___ / Charge final payment to same account _ (Upon substantial completion) custuma initial For more information regarding the finishing, maintenance,service and warranty of all Pella®products,visit the Pella®website at www.pella.com Customer: Marie Gentz Project Name: Gentz,Marie.l1C,Salem,MA,1126526 Order Number: 741JS0034 Quote Number: 3952091 roj(ect Checklist has been reviewed I Customer Name (Please print) Pella Sales Rep Name (Please prim) Order Totals Taxable Subtotal $10 275 10 ust�omer,signature P Sales Rep Signature Sales Tax @ 6.25% $642 1 i � I ? Non-taxable Subtotal $3,719.07 Data —( l 2 , Date + d Total $14,636.36 Deposit Received $5,000.00 Amount Due $9,636.36 Credit Card Approval Signature For more information regarding the finishing,maintenance,service and warranty of all Pella@ products,visit the Pella®website at www.pelia.com o.�nn�.+nn owon�o !`nni.nn4 narn�u,a 0nnn 7 nr NOTICE OF CANCELLATION Customer Name: (Please print) Date of transaction: You may cancel this transaction,without any penalty or obligation, within three business days from the above date. If you cancel, any property traded in, any payments made by you under the agreement, and any negotiable instrument executed by you will be returned within ten business days following receipt by the seller of your cancellation notice, and any security interest arising out of the transaction will be cancelled. If you cancel, you must make available to the seller at your residence, in substantially as good condition as when received, any goods delivered to you under this agreement; or you may if you wish,comply with the instructions of the seller regarding the return . shipment of the goods at the seller's expense and risk. If you do make the goods available to the seller and the seller does not pick them up within twenty days of the date of your notice of cancellation, you may retain or dispose of the goods without any further obligation. If you fail to make the goods available to the seller, or if you agree to return the goods to the seller and fail to do so, then you remain liable for performance of all obligations under the contract. To cancel this transaction,mail or deliver a signed and dated copy of this cancellation notice or any other written notice, or send a telegram to Pella Windows and Doors, at 45 Fondi Rd. Haverhill. iVr.A O1832 not later than midnight of 12- � /n— (three business days from the date of transaction above). I hereby cancel this transaction. (Date) (Buyer's signature) PELLA WINDOWS AND DOORS CONTRACT 7 PAYMENTS 1 TEILMS ARD CONDITIONS Pella shall he entitled to stop the Work upon written notice to Outer for any material default or failure by Owner,including but not I exited to,the Owner's These Terms and Conditions are ran integral pan of the contract set forth on the failure to pay Pella the amount due within seven days after the date payment is Product Order(the"Contract')between New England Window and Door LLC due, dba Pella Windows&Doors,Inc.("Pella"1 and the per mn(s)idernified on the Product Order("Owncr")to supply the products(the"Products"),and perform 8. CORRECTION OF WORK the work(the"Work')described or referred to in such Contract. For Product Only purchases,a signed"Product Only Addendum'is a required pan of the Pella shall correct installation Work not in conformance with the requirements contract. of the Contract,if notified in writing by the Owner within two years after the Completion Date or,if earlier,the date on which the Work is substantially 2 OWNER completed and payment of the Purchase Price mnade subject to a holdback as provided above.Correction of Work as herein provided shall be Owner's sole Pella is not responsible for any existing security systems.Owner shall remove remedy for defective workmanship,and is provided in lieu of any and all other all shades;verticals,blinds,curtains,drapes or window mounted air remedies.Pella's obligation to correct Work is conditioned on Pella's prior conditioners,prior to the installation of the Products.Pella's installers are not receipt of all payments therm due. responsible for the removal or installation of these Types of items. Pella is not responsible for pre-misting window coverings fitting on newly installed Pena 9 LIMITED PRODUCT WARRANTY windows. Pella shall warrant all Pella products,but only in accordance with the Pella The Owner shall provide complete access to the work site between the hours Windows&Doors Limited Warranty.THIS LIMITED WARRANTY SHALL of 7:0o a.m.and 6:00 p.m.(Monday through Friday)for Pella's installers to BE THE SOLE WARRANTY WITH RESPECT TO THE PRODUCTS AND deliver the Products and perform the Work. PELLA SPECIFICALLY DISCLAIMS ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR.IMPLIED, WRITTEN OR ORAL(INCLUDING WITHOUT 3. PELLA LIMITATION ANY WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS Pella will be responsible for and have control over construction means, FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE), methods,techniques,sequences and procedures and for coordinating all portions of the Wvik.Pella will be responsible for the Wmk of its Pella 10. NO CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES Contractors who will install the Products. UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES SHALL PELLA BE LIABLE FOR CONSEQUENTIAL,INCIDENTAL,INDIRECT-,OR SPECIAL DAMAGES, Unless provided otherwise in the Work description,Pella will provide and pay and WTTET14ER FORESEEN OR UNFORESEEN . for all labor,materials,equipment,tools and machinery,transportation, other facilities and services necessary for the proper mecution and completion of the Work 1'.. HOME IMPROVEMENT CONTRACTORS AllThe materials and equipment famished under the Contract will be good quality the home improvement contractors and subcontractors shall be registered with and new unless otherwise required or permitted,the Work will be free from the director of the Homed ofBitement Regulations Contractor Registration Program defects not inherent in the quality required or permitted,and the Work administered co the Board enBuilding Regulations and Standards. Pella and any of its subcontractors identifies in this agreement have been ragistered. conform with the requirements of this Contmet Pella shall not be responsible Any inquires about Pella or any of its subcontractors relating to registration for damages or defects caused by abuse,modifications not executed by Pella, should be directed to:Director,Home Improvement Contractor Registration, improper or insufficient maintenance,improper operation or normal wear and One Ashburton Place,Boston,MA 02108,617-727-8598 tear. Pella will keep the premises and surrounding arm free from accumulation of waste materials or rubbish mused by performance of the 12. PERMITS(MA customers only) Work. Pella is olaigiite4 to and will obtain the following permits for this project: 4. CHANGES Homeowners who secure their own pcmits will be m uded from the guaranty flood provisions of Massachusetts General laws, The Owner may order in writing changes in the Work consisting of additions, chapter 142A. deletions,or modifications("Change Order"). Any Change Order shall include an adjustment to the Price and the Substantial Completion Date,as In addition to the rights and warranties enumerated in this agreement,you may determined by Pella. Pella reserves the right to approve or disapprove any have additional rights under Massachusetts General Laws,chapter I42A and Change Order and any such Change Order must be signed by both Owner and 780 Code of Massachusetts Regulations R6. Pella to be effective. 13. NOTICE OF CANCELLATION 5. SUBSTANTIAL COMPLETION You may cancel this agreement if it has been signed by a party Owner understands and agrees that the Substantial Completion Date is an thereto at a place other than an address of the seller,which estimate only and that the actual date on which the work is completed may be may be his main office or branch thereof,provided you notify extended to allow for Change Orders requested by Owner or if the time to the seller in writing at his main office or branch by ordinary complete the Work is affected by conduct of the Owner,weather,labor disputes,availability of subcontractors,acts of God,fire or other causes mail posted,by telegram sent or by delivery,not later than reasonably beyond Pella's control.If for any reason the Work is not fully midnight of the third business day following the signing of this completed by the Substantial Completion Date(including any extensions agreement. contemplated above),but is substantially completed by such date,i.e.,the Product has been installed,but minor parts or components are missing or need See the attached Notice of Cancellation for an explanation of to be replaced of repaired,a hold back proportionate to the cost of remaining this right. parts or work to be completed is acceptable.However,the holdback will not exceed the amount of the completion costs or 10%of the remaining unpaid balance of the Price,whichever is less. Do not sign this contract if there are any blank spaces. 6. FINANCING If payment of the Price is financed with a financial institution through Pella,all financing paperwork must be completed upon signing of this Contract requisite approvals and authorizations for the full amount of the requested financing shall have been received from the financial institution. Cus mer signature + 1 Date t't11--11 l {� DISPUTES Job Name \'!KA Date v v THE CONTRACTOR AND THE HOMEOWNER HEREBY MUTUALLY AGREE N ADVANCE THAT IN THE EVENT PELLA HAS A DISPUTE CONCERNING THIS CONTRACT, PELLA MAY SUBMIT SUCH DISPUTE TO A PRIVATE ARBITRATION SERVICE`JVHICH HAS BEEN APPROVED BY THE SECRETARY OF THE EXECUTIVE OFFICE OF CONSUMER AFFAIRS AND BUSINESS REGULATIONS AND THE CONSUMER SHALL BE REQUIRED `r0 SUBMIT TO SUCH ARBITRATION AS PROVIDED IN M.G.L.c. 142A Contractor r meowner NOTICE: THE SIGNATURE OF THE PARTIES ABOVE APPLY ONLY TO THE AGREEMENT OF THE PARTIES TO ALTERNATIVE DISPUTE SETTLEMENT INITIATED BY THE CONTRACTOR. THE OWNER MAY INITIATE ALTERNATIVE DISPUTE RESOLUTION EVEN WHERE THIS SECTION IS NOT SEPARATELY SIGNED BY THE PARTIES.