What should be included in an extension of time (EOT) claim?
Last reviewed July 5, 2026
An EOT claim should include the reason for the delay, supporting evidence like emails or site reports, a detailed timeline of events, and any relevant contract clauses. Make sure to specify how the delay impacts the project schedule.
Key points
- Reason for the delay
- Supporting evidence
- Timeline of events
- Relevant contract clauses
When putting together an EOT claim, gather all documentation that backs up your reasons. This can include site diary entries, correspondence with subcontractors, and any records of approvals or instructions that relate to the delay. Be clear about how the delay affects your completion date and refer back to the contract to justify your request.
How Alloovium helps
Alloovium can help you pull and structure data from project documents to support your EOT claims.
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General information for Australian construction professionals — not legal advice. Verify jurisdiction-specific requirements with the relevant regulator.