A utility relocation delay affects the completion date, and the contract requires written notice. What should the contractor do?
Correct Answer
C) Send written notice.
When the contract requires written notice, the contractor should document the delay in writing.
Why This Is the Correct Answer
When the contract requires written notice, the contractor should document the delay in writing.
Why the Other Options Are Wrong
Option A: Written scope change.
Written scope change. skips the written authority, scope, price, notice, or release control needed for delay notice.
Option B: Cleanup responsibility.
Cleanup responsibility. skips the written authority, scope, price, notice, or release control needed for delay notice.
Option D: Closeout file.
Closeout file. skips the written authority, scope, price, notice, or release control needed for delay notice.
Memory Technique
Delay Notice square for Managing Remodel: scope, authority, price, paper.
Reference Hint
Study anchor (closed-book): memorize Delay notice from CSLB 2026 Law Book; CSLB Home Improvement Contracts / B&P Code Section 7159 home improvement contract requirements; know the rule or calculation trigger without relying on exam-room lookup.
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