FAQ.31

Question:

Where do I get the copyright letter about releasing CAD or BIM files?

Answer:

The OAA 2021 suite of contracts contain a sample licensing agreement as Appendix A to the OAA 600 and OAA 800 forms of contract. The RAIC Canadian Handbook of Practice (CHOP) 3rd Edition, Part 6, Chapter 6.4 – Appendix A contains excellent information on the issues pertaining to copyright. There is a sample license agreement and disclaimers related to the release of electronic drawings. You are advised to edit the License Agreement to suit your situation and receive the signed form back before releasing drawings to anyone. Refer also to the RAIC Practice Builder 19 – The Exchange and Transfer of Electronic Documents – 2010. (Since withdrawn)

References:

OAA 600-2021 Appendix A or OAA 800-2021 Appendix A
RAIC Canadian Handbook of Practice 3^rd Edition, Part 6, Chapter 6.4, Appendix A
RAIC Practice Builder 19 – The Exchange and Transfer of Electronic Documents – 2010 (Since withdrawn)