The concept of proper quality of construction works in Lithuanian construction law

Abstract

The article analyses the concept of proper quality of construction works in law of the Republic of Lithuania. The analysis covers the quality requirements laid down in the Law on Construction, the Civil Code and case law. The article also defines and analyses the main categories used in Lithuanian law to characterise the quality of construction works, in particular, compliance with the standard quality of a construction works, compliance with the quality requirements set in contract documents, compliance with the requirements ordinarily presented for work of the respective nature, and fitness for use in accordance with its designation within the limits of a reasonable period.