A right that is granted in a constitution . AKA constitutional right .

(1) That branch of the public law of a state which treats of the organization and frame of government, the organs and powers of sovereignty , the distribution of political […]

Such freedom as is enjoyed by the citizens of a country or state under the protection of its constitution ; the aggregate of those personal, civil, and political rights of […]

A rule that restricts a governmental branch’s power.

One whose tenure and term of oilice are fixed and defined by the constitution , as distinguished from the incumbents of ofiices created by the legislature . Foster v. Jones, […]

This term is given to a right that has been guaranteed by the United States Constitution that cannot be violated by laws or by Congress.

See CLARENDON.

In the civil law . One who, by a simple agreement, becomes responsible for the payment of another’s debt

In the civil law . An agreement to pay a subsisting debt which exists without any stipulation , whether of the promisor or another party. It differs from a stipulation […]

An element that limits a product. It can be material shortage, labor shortage, or not enough workspace.

This term is held to be exactly equivalent with “restraint.” Edmondson v. Harris, 2 Tenn. Ch. 427.

A story used to organize facts and explain theories. Refer to constructed knowledge . AKA hypothetical construct, logical construct, or theoretical construct.

The amount that knowledge and experience are combined in a useful process. It is meant to keep balance between goals and resources. Refer to buildability .

Rules that prevent competition or starting a construction project.

Information found when researching and questioning available. The knowledge is created through investigation .

The meaning of an unclear phrase that is clarified in its context. Refer to noscitur a sociis .

The price that is charged based on the information available.

The process, or the art, of determining the sense, real meaning, or proper explanation of obscure or ambiguous terms or provisions in a statute, written instrument , or oral agreement, […]

A contract to change a building or structure. It is used to change an existing structure not make a new one.

A cost for a contractor to do his job and pay his men. Overhead and profit is also in this fee. The design, land cost, and consultation fee are not […]

Services an architect or engineer does when they make documents for a property.

The physical drawings that outline the project.

An item on a project sheet that shows advance payments, labor, materials, and interest on a construction loan .

The national economy that handles land preparation and development . They also repair and remodel property.

A professional that makes sure any changes or construction is done to the state and federal code.