Owner
The individual or entity that holds legal title to the construction site and is responsible for its development.
Owners are the individuals or entities that commission and finance the construction project. They often have significant input in design decisions and project priorities.
Used in a sentence
The owner has final approval over design changes and is responsible for financing the construction project.
Synonyms/variation
Client
Developer
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