When is a project considered to be at Substantial Completion?

A project reaches Substantial Completion when it is safe and convenient for public use, which means that the essential work has been finished sufficiently for the intended use of the facility. At this stage, the project can be utilized by the public even if some finishing details or minor work may still be in progress.

This status is important as it signifies that the main elements of the construction are complete, and the project can function as intended. Other elements such as landscaping, additional repairs, or final inspections may still be pending, but they do not impede the primary function of the project for public use. Thus, the focus is on the project's usability rather than the completion of minor tasks or formal approvals that may come later.