Which of the following responsibilities typically transfers to the Owner after the Certificate of Substantial Completion is issued?

After the Certificate of Substantial Completion is issued, the responsibility for the security and maintenance of the work typically transfers to the Owner. This milestone indicates that the project is sufficiently complete to allow the Owner to occupy or use the project for its intended purpose, even if some minor work may still be outstanding. At this point, the Owner assumes control of the site and is responsible for ensuring the property's upkeep, including security measures and regular maintenance tasks.

The transfer of responsibility for security and maintenance helps delineate the transition from the Contractor's obligations to the Owner's stewardship of the completed work. As the Owner occupies the space, they must ensure that the site is protected and maintained until final completion is achieved and all contractual obligations are fulfilled.