License Agreement
This License Agreement (“Agreement”) is made by and between Section3300, LLC, doing business as Slate Drafting (“Licensor”), and the purchaser (“Licensee”). The Licensor assumes no liability for any structure that may be built from the provided plans.
The Licensee is responsible for adhering to the following terms before construction begins.
A. USE OF THE PLANS
1. Copyright and Ownership: The provided plans (“Plans”) are and shall remain the sole property of Section3300, LLC d/b/a Slate Drafting, and are protected under U.S. Copyright Law, including the Architectural Works Copyright Protection Act of 1990. Unauthorized use, duplication, publication, sale, distribution, or modification of the Plans without prior written consent is strictly prohibited and constitutes a violation of federal law.
2. License Grant: Purchase of any plan package grants the Licensee a non-exclusive, non-transferable, single-use license to use the Plans for the construction of one (1) residence only. This license includes permission to make necessary copies of the Plans for construction and permitting purposes.
3. Instrument of Professional Service: The Plans are an instrument of professional service and shall not be used, in whole or in part, for any project other than the one for which they were purchased. Any unauthorized reuse, modification, or alteration, including automated conversion of the Plans, shall be at the sole risk of the user without liability or legal exposure to Slate Drafting.
4. Local Review Requirement: The Licensee must have the Plans reviewed and approved by a local licensed architect, engineer, or other qualified design professional prior to construction. The Plans are intended to convey design intent and general construction details only.
B. CONTENT OF THE PLANS
1. The Plans do not include detailed electrical, plumbing, HVAC, or site-specific foundation designs. The Licensee is responsible for obtaining such details as required by local building departments.
2. Variations in local codes, materials, and conditions may require modifications to the Plans. All structural modifications must be reviewed and approved by a licensed structural engineer. The Licensee is solely responsible for obtaining, hiring, and paying for all required structural engineering services, as well as any associated design, review, or permitting costs. If the Licensee does not retain their own structural engineer, Slate Drafting may coordinate services with an engineer on the Licensee’s behalf; however, all such costs, fees, and expenses shall be the sole responsibility of the Licensee.
3. Specifications must comply with manufacturer standards and be installed per manufacturer requirements.
4. In the event of a conflict between drawings, notes, or dimensions, the most stringent requirement shall prevail.
C. BUILDER’S RESPONSIBILITY
1. The builder shall ensure that all construction complies with current national, state, and local building codes, as well as industry best practices.
2. The builder shall verify all dimensions and conditions prior to construction and is solely responsible for correcting any discrepancies.
3. All construction must be performed using new materials of good quality, installed per manufacturer instructions.
4. The builder shall obtain and pay for all required permits, inspections, and approvals.
5. Plumbing and electrical work must be performed by licensed contractors.
6. The builder warrants all work for a period of not less than one year following issuance of a certificate of occupancy.
D. DISCLAIMER & LIMITATION OF LIABILITY
1. The Licensor does not warrant or guarantee that the Plans comply with local building codes or regulations. The Licensee and builder assume full responsibility for compliance.
2. The Licensor does not endorse any materials, manufacturers, or methods depicted in the Plans.
3. Limitation of Liability: To the fullest extent permitted by law, the Licensor’s total liability arising from the Plans or this Agreement shall be strictly limited to the purchase price of the Plans.
E. INDEMNIFICATION
The Licensee agrees to defend, indemnify, and hold harmless Section3300, LLC d/b/a Slate Drafting, its members, employees, and consultants, from and against any claims, damages, liabilities, costs, or expenses (including reasonable attorney’s fees) arising out of or related to the use, construction, or modification of the Plans.
F. TERMINATION
This license shall automatically terminate upon:
- Completion of the permitted single residence; or
- Any unauthorized use, duplication, resale, or modification of the Plans.
Upon termination, all rights granted to the Licensee shall immediately cease, and continued use shall constitute copyright infringement.
G. GOVERNING LAW & DISPUTE RESOLUTION
This Agreement shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the Commonwealth of Virginia. Any disputes shall be resolved exclusively in the state or federal courts located in the Licensor’s county of business, and the parties consent to personal jurisdiction therein.
In any action to enforce this Agreement, the prevailing party shall be entitled to recover reasonable attorney’s fees and costs.
H. ENTIRE AGREEMENT
This Agreement constitutes the entire agreement between the Licensor and Licensee regarding the Plans, and supersedes all prior understandings, whether oral or written. Receipt of the Plans by the Licensee constitutes acceptance of these terms.