What is Substantial Completion?
Unless otherwise defined by contract, Florida case law defines substantial completion as when the construction is sufficiently complete so that the owner can use or occupy it for its intended purpose. J.M. Beeson Co. v. Sartori , 553 So.2d 180 (Fla. 4th DCA 1989). Trenton H. Cotney Board Certified in Construction Law Trent Cotney, P.A. 1207 N Franklin St, Ste 222 Tampa, FL 33602 (813) 579-3278 www.trentcotney.com