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Scope Completeness Scorecard
Use this with any outdoor-living proposal — not just AE's. For each section of the Open-Book Scope Standard, mark how completely the proposal addresses it.
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1. Goals and use
Does the proposal state the homeowner's goals and how the space will be used?
2. Site conditions
Does it reference site conditions (sun/shade, slope, soils, access)?
3. Layout and circulation
Is the layout shown with a plan, including how people move through the space?
4. Drainage
Is drainage addressed — surface, subsurface, and where water actually goes?
5. Utilities
Are gas, electrical, water, and sewer/septic conflicts and additions documented?
6. Materials and specifications
Are materials specified by brand, model, color/finish, and series (not just 'pavers')?
7. Engineering, permits, HOA
Is it clear what requires engineering, what requires a permit, and who handles HOA submittal?
8. Inclusions and exclusions
Are inclusions AND explicit exclusions listed?
9. Payment and change process
Are payment milestones and the change-order process defined in writing?
10. Quality control
Is there a defined quality-control process (inspections, hold points, who signs off)?
11. Handoff, warranty, and care
Are handoff documents, warranty terms, and care information promised at closeout?