# Certificate of Substantial Performance

> The Certificate of Substantial Completion means the project, or a portion of the project, is accepted and fit for its intended use.

- URL: https://essential.construction/files/construction/administration/certificate-of-substantial-performance/
- Publisher: Essential Construction (https://essential.construction/)
- Last updated: 2021-06-21
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- Categories: Administration, Finance
- Division: 01 - General
- File Type: Document

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The Certificate of Substantial Completion means the project, or a portion of the project, is accepted and fit for its intended use.

In many jurisdictions substantial performance signals the coming of the end of a project. Substantial performance has many different definitions however, in general it typically involves the commencement of release of holdback period. This essential provides a notice period for contractors to file a lien on the project to ensure they get paid.

The certificate of substantial performance is typically issued by the architect or certifier. This document will provide you with the format and template to do so.