1. Parties: Identification of the client (consumer) and the contractor, including full legal names, addresses, and registration details where applicable
2. Background: Context of the agreement, including property details and purpose of construction
3. Definitions: Key terms used throughout the contract, including technical construction terminology
4. Project Scope: Detailed description of the construction work, including type of house, specifications, and quality standards
5. Construction Documents: Reference to plans, drawings, and technical specifications that form part of the contract
6. Contract Price and Payment Terms: Total price, payment schedule aligned with construction phases, and handling of additional costs
7. Construction Timeline: Start date, completion date, and milestone dates for different construction phases
8. Contractor Obligations: Detailed responsibilities including permits, materials, workmanship, site safety, and compliance with regulations
9. Client Obligations: Client's responsibilities including access, approvals, and decision-making timeframes
10. Quality and Standards: Required construction standards, materials quality, and compliance with German building regulations
11. Changes and Variations: Process for handling changes to the original specifications or scope
12. Inspections and Acceptance: Procedures for work inspection, defect identification, and formal acceptance (Abnahme)
13. Warranties and Defects Liability: Warranty periods and defect rectification procedures as per German law
14. Insurance and Liability: Required insurance coverage and allocation of risks between parties
15. Termination: Grounds and procedures for contract termination by either party
16. Dispute Resolution: Procedures for handling disputes, including mediation and jurisdiction clauses
17. Final Provisions: Governing law, severability, and entire agreement clauses
