Lilan entered into a construction contract with William to build her new home in Moncton.Subsequently,her architect approved an alteration to the original plan,allowing for two additional windows.William agreed to the change.In order for the change to be contractually enforceable,which of the following did Lilan's lawyer most likely advise that she must do?

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Under common law, no fresh consideration is required for a variation to a contract to be enforceable. As long as the parties agree to the variation, it becomes an amendment to the original contract. However, it is possible that the construction contract may have a clause requiring written agreement for any changes, and in that case, Lilan would need to ensure both parties sign the varied contract. But under common law, choice D is the best answer.

Lilan Entered into a Construction Contract with William to Build