Preventing Cost Overruns: 9 Critical Project Controls (Renovations) — Vancouver
t + Forecast‑to‑Complete — A one‑page snapshot of spend vs budget vs committed, with a 4‑week cash forecast. Change‑Order Gate — No work proceeds without a signed CO when cost/time impact > threshold (e.g., $1,000). Allowance Ledger — Track allowances (appliances, tile) in/out with decisions and variance to date. Scope