[lrobb]

> In the construction industry, a contract might not explicitly say that the building has to comply with local building, fire and electrical codes - that's taken as a given.

That's because you have to have a license to perform that work. If you don't meet the code, you don't keep your license.

This is one of the reasons why McConnell et al have argued that we need professional licensure. Licensed Professional Engineers can lose their licenses if they sign off on half-assed plans.