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Appointing an architect

Once you have chosen your architect, the first step is to confirm the appointment and notify others
involved of your decision. The professional Code of Conduct of SACAP requires for the appointment of
the architect to be in writing, and this would usually take the form of a contract known as a Professional
Service Agreement (PSA). This agreement outlines the extent of the architect’s service required as
part of the building delivery process, terms and conditions, and the fees to be paid, and will serve to
formalise the business arrangement between you and your architect.

There are two commonly used standard forms of professional service agreements, and both are
endorsed by the South African Institute of Architects (SAIA):

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