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Construction defect (CD)

Term · Insurance and risk management · MLC-T-INS-000914

A deficiency in the design, workmanship, or materials used in a construction project that results in damage to the property or poses a safety hazard. These defects can manifest during or after construction, leading to claims against contractors, subcontractors, or designers. Common examples include water intrusion, structural failures, and faulty electrical systems.

Table 1. Record
IdentifierMLC-T-INS-000914
FieldInsurance and risk management
SubjectCommercial Liability
AbbreviationCD
Record as JSON 
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  "id": "MLC-T-INS-000914",
  "term": "Construction defect (CD)",
  "field": "Insurance and risk management",
  "definition": "A deficiency in the design, workmanship, or materials used in a construction project that results in damage to the property or poses a safety hazard. These defects can manifest during or after construction, leading to claims against contractors, subcontractors, or designers. Common examples include water intrusion, structural failures, and faulty electrical systems.",
  "abbreviation": "CD",
  "subject": "Commercial Liability",
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/insurance/construction-defect-cd/"
}

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