License Agreement

This License Agreement (“Agreement”) is made by and between Section3300, LLC, doing business as Slate Drafting (“Licensor”), and the purchaser (“Licensee”). The Licensor assumes no liability for any structure that may be built from the provided plans.

The Licensee is responsible for adhering to the following terms before construction begins.

A. USE OF THE PLANS

1. Copyright and Ownership: The provided plans (“Plans”) are and shall remain the sole property of Section3300, LLC d/b/a Slate Drafting (“Licensor”), and are protected under applicable U.S. copyright law, including the Architectural Works Copyright Protection Act of 1990, to the extent applicable.

Except as expressly permitted under this Agreement or separately authorized in writing by Slate Drafting, the unauthorized use, duplication, publication, sale, distribution, reproduction, or modification of the Plans is strictly prohibited.

Any permissions granted under this Agreement, including printing, project-related display, and authorized reuse, are limited to the specific purposes and conditions stated and do not constitute a transfer of copyright or ownership of the Plans.

2. License Grant: Subject to full payment of all applicable fees, Slate Drafting grants the Licensee a non-exclusive, non-transferable, single-project license to use the Plans solely for the project and property identified in the applicable proposal, invoice, or written agreement.

The license permits the Licensee to reproduce and distribute copies of the Plans as reasonably necessary for permitting, contractor bidding, construction, and project coordination.

Where the authorized project includes multiple structures, additions, renovations, or other improvements, the license applies to the complete scope identified in the applicable agreement.

The license does not authorize the use of the Plans for additional projects or properties without prior written authorization from Slate Drafting.

3. Instrument of Professional Service: The Plans are an instrument of professional service and shall not be used, in whole or in part, for any project other than the one for which they were purchased. Any unauthorized reuse, modification, or alteration, including automated conversion of the Plans, shall be at the sole risk of the user without liability or legal exposure to Slate Drafting.

4. Professional Review and Engineering Requirements: The Plans are prepared in accordance with the scope of services identified in the applicable proposal or written agreement.

Where permitted by applicable laws and building codes, Slate Drafting may prepare residential construction drawings using prescriptive code provisions without separate architectural or engineering review.

If the proposed construction includes structural conditions outside applicable prescriptive code provisions, unique structural designs, or other elements requiring professional engineering or architectural services, the Licensee shall obtain the necessary services from an appropriately licensed professional.

Slate Drafting may assist in identifying and coordinating such services. Unless expressly included in the project agreement, all associated professional fees and expenses shall be the responsibility of the Licensee.

The Authority Having Jurisdiction (AHJ) retains final authority regarding required documentation, professional involvement, and permit approval.

5. Native Files and Editable Production Files: Native working files and editable production files are not included as part of the Plans or deliverables unless expressly agreed to in writing by Slate Drafting.

This includes, but is not limited to, Revit models, CAD source files, BIM models, templates, families, view templates, schedules, title blocks, details, standards, project browser organization, annotations, internal notes, reference views, and other editable or native production files used to prepare the Plans.

Slate Drafting may, at its discretion, provide exported files such as PDF or CAD (.dwg) files for coordination, permitting, construction, or transition purposes. Any such exports are provided as a courtesy or separately agreed deliverable and do not constitute transfer of ownership, control, or access to Slate Drafting’s native working files.

6. No Obligation to Support Future Modifications by Others: The Licensee acknowledges that the Plans may be modified, adapted, redrawn, or converted by others after delivery. Slate Drafting is not responsible for the time, cost, accuracy, coordination, code compliance, or constructability of any future revisions, recreations, conversions, or modifications performed by the Licensee or by third parties.

7. Printing, Display, and Project Presentation: The Licensee may reproduce, print, and display the Plans, or selected portions thereof, for purposes directly related to the authorized project, including contractor coordination, construction reference, personal presentation, and informational displays at the project property.

Such permission includes large-format printing, mounted presentation boards, and other noncommercial project displays.

The Licensee may not sell, sublicense, commercially distribute, or reproduce the Plans for unrelated projects without prior written authorization from Slate Drafting.

All ownership and copyright protections remain in effect. Where reasonably practical, Slate Drafting's name, logo, and copyright notices shall remain visible on publicly displayed drawings.

Separate architectural renderings, presentation graphics, and promotional materials are not included unless specifically identified in the agreed scope of services.

Any use, modification, recreation, conversion, or reliance on exported files or prior drawing sets by others shall be at the sole risk of the Licensee and without liability to Slate Drafting.

8. Reuse of Plans on Additional Projects: The Plans are licensed solely for the project and property identified in the original agreement. Any use of the Plans, in whole or in part, for additional construction projects or properties requires prior written authorization from Slate Drafting.

Slate Drafting may, at its discretion, grant additional single-project licenses for the reuse of previously prepared designs, subject to applicable fees and project-specific requirements.

Where no design modifications are requested, Slate Drafting may reissue the Plans with updated project information for an agreed fee. Any modifications, site-specific adaptations, code updates, additional documentation, or coordination services shall be separately authorized and billed.

Authorization to reuse the Plans does not guarantee their suitability for another property or compliance with the building codes, zoning requirements, site conditions, or permitting requirements applicable to the new project.

Each additional project remains subject to its own authorization, applicable fees, and the terms of this Agreement. No additional license constitutes a transfer of copyright or ownership of the Plans.

B. CONTENT OF THE PLANS

1. Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing, and Gas (MEP) Systems:
The Plans do not include engineered or stamped mechanical, electrical, plumbing, or gas (MEP) drawings. For residential projects, MEP systems are typically designed, permitted, and installed by licensed trade contractors. Each trade contractor is responsible for system design, code compliance, and obtaining all required permits and approvals from the Authority Having Jurisdiction (AHJ).

Any MEP-related information shown on the Plans—such as fixture locations, equipment placement, or general system intent—is provided for diagrammatic and coordination purposes only and shall not be construed as engineered design, sizing, load calculations, or permit-ready trade drawings.

If full MEP drawings or engineering services are required by the project scope or local jurisdiction, such services must be provided separately by appropriately licensed professionals and are not included in the Plans unless expressly agreed to in writing.

2. Structural Design and Engineering: Structural components and modifications may be detailed using applicable prescriptive building code provisions where permitted.

Where structural conditions exceed the limitations of those provisions, involve unique structural designs, or otherwise require professional engineering under applicable laws or building codes, the necessary engineering shall be provided by an appropriately licensed professional engineer.

Unless expressly included in the agreed scope of services, the Licensee is responsible for the cost of required engineering, calculations, sealed drawings, inspections, and related professional services.

Slate Drafting may coordinate with a structural engineer when appropriate, but such coordination does not constitute an agreement to provide professional engineering services.

3. Specifications must comply with manufacturer standards and be installed per manufacturer requirements.

4. In the event of a conflict between drawings, notes, or dimensions, the most stringent requirement shall prevail.

5. No Reliance on MEP Information:
The Licensee and builder acknowledge that Slate Drafting does not provide MEP design services under this Agreement. The Licensor shall not be responsible for the design, performance, coordination, or code compliance of any mechanical, electrical, plumbing, or gas systems, whether shown diagrammatically on the Plans or designed by others.

C. BUILDER’S RESPONSIBILITY

1. The builder shall ensure that all construction complies with current national, state, and local building codes, as well as industry best practices.

2. The builder shall verify all dimensions and conditions prior to construction and is solely responsible for correcting any discrepancies.

3. All construction must be performed using new materials of good quality, installed per manufacturer instructions.

4. The builder shall obtain and pay for all required permits, inspections, and approvals.

5. Plumbing and electrical work must be performed by licensed contractors.

D. DISCLAIMER & LIMITATION OF LIABILITY

1. The Licensor does not warrant or guarantee that the Plans comply with local building codes or regulations. The Licensee and builder assume full responsibility for compliance.

2. The Licensor does not endorse any materials, manufacturers, or methods depicted in the Plans.

3. Limitation of Liability: To the fullest extent permitted by law, the Licensor’s total liability arising from the Plans or this Agreement shall be strictly limited to the purchase price of the Plans.

E. INDEMNIFICATION

The Licensee agrees to defend, indemnify, and hold harmless Section3300, LLC d/b/a Slate Drafting, its members, employees, and consultants, from and against any claims, damages, liabilities, costs, or expenses (including reasonable attorney’s fees) arising out of or related to the use, construction, or modification of the Plans.

F. LICENSE DURATION AND TERMINATION

The license granted under this Agreement authorizes the use of the Plans solely for the project and property identified in the applicable proposal, invoice, or written agreement.

Upon completion of the authorized project, the Licensee may retain copies of the Plans for personal records, property documentation, maintenance, and reference purposes. Such retention does not authorize additional construction projects or reuse of the Plans at another property.

Slate Drafting may terminate the license upon a material breach of this Agreement, including unauthorized reproduction, distribution, resale, transfer, or reuse of the Plans, subject to any notice and cure requirements imposed by applicable law.

Termination shall not transfer ownership or copyright of the Plans to the Licensee or eliminate any payment obligations incurred before termination.

G. GOVERNING LAW & DISPUTE RESOLUTION

This Agreement shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the Commonwealth of Virginia. Any disputes shall be resolved exclusively in the state or federal courts located in the Licensor’s county of business, and the parties consent to personal jurisdiction therein.

In any action to enforce this Agreement, the prevailing party shall be entitled to recover reasonable attorney’s fees and costs.

H. ENTIRE AGREEMENT AND ACCEPTANCE

This License Agreement, together with the applicable project proposal, Engagement Authorization Form, Terms & Conditions, and any other written agreements expressly incorporated by reference, constitutes the complete agreement between Section3300, LLC d/b/a Slate Drafting (“Licensor”) and the purchaser or client (“Licensee”) regarding the preparation, delivery, ownership, and permitted use of the Plans.

These documents supersede prior oral or written understandings concerning the same subject matter, except as otherwise expressly agreed in writing.

The Licensee acknowledges and accepts the terms of this Agreement by electronically or physically signing the Engagement Authorization Form, or by otherwise providing written acceptance of these terms.

Electronic signatures and electronically executed agreements shall have the same effect as handwritten signatures to the extent permitted by applicable law.

Any subsequent authorization for additional use, reproduction, modification, or licensing of the Plans must be provided in writing by Slate Drafting. Such authorization shall supplement this Agreement solely for the specific purposes stated and shall not modify, waive, or supersede any other provision unless expressly identified in writing.

In the event of a conflict between this Agreement and a subsequent written authorization, the subsequent authorization shall control only with respect to the specific subject matter it expressly addresses. All remaining provisions of this Agreement shall continue in full force and effect.

PAYMENT TERMS
Payment is due upon delivery of the completed plan set (“Issued for Review”). Minor revisions resulting from client feedback or plan review comments are included after payment. Additional revisions beyond the included scope will be billed separately.