As used in this chapter, unless the context otherwise indicates, the following terms have the following meanings.

1. 1. Change orders "Change orders" means a written amendment to the home construction contract which becomes part of and is in conformance with the existing contract.

   [PL 1989, c. 502, Pt. A, §30 (AMD).]

2. 2. Down payment "Down payment" means all payments to a home construction contractor prior to or contemporaneous with the execution of the home construction contract.

   [PL 1987, c. 574 (NEW).]

3. 3. Materials "Materials" means all supplies which are used to construct, alter or repair a residence.

   [PL 1987, c. 574 (NEW).]

4. 4. Home construction contract "Home construction contract" means a contract to build, remodel or repair a residence, including not only structural work but also electrical, plumbing and heating work; carpeting; window replacements; and other nonstructural work.

   [PL 1989, c. 248, §1 (AMD).]

5. 5. Residence "Residence" means a dwelling with 3 or fewer living units and garages, if any. Buildings used for commercial or business purposes are not subject to this chapter.

   [PL 1989, c. 248, §1 (AMD).]

PL 1987, c. 574 (NEW). PL 1989, c. 248, §1 (AMD). PL 1989, c. 502, §A30 (AMD).