What notice to proceed means
A notice to proceed is the owner's written go ahead that starts the contract clock on a project.
Also called NTP.
Where it matters on a general contracting job
On commercial and public work, the schedule and any late penalties run from this date. Do not mobilize before you have it in writing.
Work it out
- Licensing: General contractor license rules by state
- Tools, templates and guides: Free general contracting resources