Multifamily and apartment construction carries concentrated exposure: many units, many occupants, and significant long-tail risk once the building is occupied. Owner’s Interest gives the developer or owner dedicated liability protection built around that exposure.
Why multifamily owners consider it
Apartment and multifamily projects often face heightened scrutiny around construction defects and habitational risk, and some contractor policies exclude residential or habitational work outright. A dedicated Owner’s Interest policy gives the owner coverage that does not depend on the contractor’s residential terms, and includes completed operations for claims that surface after tenants move in. Coverage is available for new construction and renovation, with limits up to $10MM. Terms are governed solely by the terms of the issued policy.
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