Clause 21.2.1 (or equivalent) is contained in the Joint Contracts Tribunal (JCT) standard form of a building contract. This requires insurance to be arranged, in the joint names of the employer and contractor, to protect the employer in respect of their liability for any loss or expense arising from damage to the surrounding property.
Best for
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Cover can be offered for the majority of contracts where Clause 21.2.1 (or equivalent) is required under the terms of the contract.
Highlights
- Experienced team of underwriters providing a quick response to enquiries within 48 hours
- Ability to write cover in isolation
- Competitive premiums
- Capacity to write cover up to £10 million limit of indemnity any one occurrence
- Surveys can be undertaken if required
Summary of coverage
Clause 21.2.1 (or equivalent) is purchased to provide protection against the employer’s liability for expense, liability, loss, claims or proceedings that arise due to non-negligent damage to property (other than the contract works) while undertaking a building contract due to:
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Collapse
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Subsidence
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Heave
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Vibration
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Weakening or removal of support
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Lowering of groundwater
Cover is in the joint names of the employer and contractor.
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