Architect Services Agreement
An architect services agreement is a professional services contract in which an architect plans and documents a building project and may observe construction for conformance. Use this when an owner retains a licensed architect for schematic design through permit sets and CA visits. It follows AIA-style phase billing without copying proprietary forms.
What's included
A ready-to-use architect services agreement covering project description and site, basic vs additional services by phase, fee basis (fixed, % of cost, hourly), with signature fields already placed for Architect and Owner. Fill in the bracketed details (like [Company Name] or [Date]) using Docracy's built-in text editor, then send it out for signature.
This is a general template for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Consult a qualified attorney to review it for your specific situation and jurisdiction before use.
Key clauses
- Project description and site
- Basic vs additional services by phase
- Fee basis (fixed, % of cost, hourly)
- Owner decision and approval timelines
- Standard of care and code compliance disclaimer
- Ownership of drawings and reuse restrictions
What you'll fill in
[Architect/Firm][Owner/Client][Project Name and Address][Services Phases Included][Fee Structure][Estimated Construction Budget][Governing State]Legal summary
The architect delivers professional design services to industry standards but does not guarantee contractor pricing or build quality unless separately contracted. Instruments of service are licensed to the owner for the project.
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FAQ
Is this Architect Services Agreement legally binding?
Signing through Docracy uses a simple electronic signature (SES), which is legally recognized for everyday business agreements under laws like the U.S. ESIGN Act and the EU's eIDAS regulation. This is a general template, not legal advice — for high-stakes or regulated agreements, have a qualified attorney review it for your situation.
Who needs to sign this Architect Services Agreement?
This template includes signature fields for Architect and Owner — already placed — plus 7 placeholder fields to fill in before you send it.
Can I edit this Architect Services Agreement before sending it?
Yes — Docracy's editor lets you edit the text, add or remove signature fields, redact sections, and reorder pages before you send it.
Do I need an account to send this Architect Services Agreement?
No — it's free for up to 2 signers with no account required. Create a free account only if you want to save it to a dashboard or reuse it later.
Try it with an AI assistant
Paste one of these into ChatGPT, Claude, or your assistant of choice:
“Fill for SD through CD on a small office build at 6% of construction cost.”
“Exclude bidding and full CA from basic services scope.”
“Clarify architect stamp requirements for permit submission.”
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Free for up to 2 signers, no account required. Need unlimited? Flat $10/month.