NCARB Project-Management Exam - Topic 5 Question 12 Discussion

Actual exam question for NCARB's Project-Management exam

Question #: 12
Topic #: 5

During the preparation of the construction documents, it was noted that the survey inaccurately located the property line. Consequently, the parking layout had to be redesigned to fit within the corrected property boundary.

The architect's additional costs and associated delay are the responsibility of which one of the following parties?

AOwner

BArchitect

CSurveyor

DCivil Engineer

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Suggested Answer: A

According to AIA B101 5.1, the owner is responsible for providing the site survey and other site-related documentation. If the survey is inaccurate and causes delays or extra services, the owner is responsible for costs incurred. The architect should submit a claim for additional services.

* Surveyors are contracted by the owner (not by the architect unless explicitly stated).

* The architect is not liable for incorrect information furnished by the owner.

* Reference: AIA B101 5.1 and 3.6

* NCARB ARE 5.0 Handbook -- PjM Content Area 2: Budget and Contracts

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by Colton at Apr 11, 2026, 02:54 AM

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Laurene

2 days ago

I remember a similar question where the surveyor was held accountable for inaccuracies, so I might lean towards option C.

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Jovita

7 days ago

I think this might be the owner's responsibility since they usually provide the site information, but I'm not entirely sure.

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