Engineering Board Exam Reviewer · ECE · hard
A building completed in 2010 collapsed in 2022 because of a defect in the structural plans. Within what period must the owner file the action against the designer under Article 1723?
- Within 4 years from completion in 2010
- Within 15 years from completion only
- No action is possible because 12 years have passed
- Within 10 years from the collapse in 2022
Answer
D. Within 10 years from the collapse in 2022
Solution
The designer is liable if the collapse occurs within 15 years from completion; the action must be brought within 10 years after the collapse.
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