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The Mural Agreement serves as a crucial legal framework for commissioning wall art installations in Germany, ensuring clear understanding between artists and clients while complying with German legal requirements. This document is essential when commissioning any permanent or semi-permanent artistic work on building surfaces, whether for commercial, public, or private spaces. It addresses key aspects such as artistic specifications, property access, safety requirements, and intellectual property rights, while incorporating necessary provisions from German civil law, copyright law, and building regulations. The agreement is particularly important for protecting both the artist's creative rights and the property owner's interests, while ensuring compliance with local building codes and preservation ordinances. A properly structured Mural Agreement helps prevent disputes by clearly defining project scope, timeline, payment terms, and maintenance responsibilities.

1. Parties: Identification of the commissioning party and the artist, including full legal names, addresses, and registration details if applicable

2. Background: Context of the agreement, including the property location and general purpose of the mural commission

3. Definitions: Key terms used throughout the agreement, including 'Work', 'Property', 'Preliminary Designs', and 'Completion Date'

4. Scope of Work: Detailed description of the mural, including size, location, theme, and artistic specifications

5. Artist's Obligations: Key responsibilities of the artist including timeline, material quality, and professional standards

6. Client's Obligations: Responsibilities of the client including access to the site, preparation of surfaces, and necessary permits

7. Timeline and Completion: Project schedule, including design approval, commencement date, and completion deadline

8. Payment Terms: Fee structure, payment schedule, and any provisions for additional costs

9. Intellectual Property Rights: Copyright ownership, licensing terms, and artist's moral rights

10. Warranties and Quality: Artist's warranties regarding originality, quality of materials, and workmanship

11. Maintenance and Durability: Specifications for the expected lifespan of the mural and maintenance requirements

12. Termination: Circumstances under which either party may terminate the agreement and consequences

13. General Provisions: Standard legal clauses including governing law, notices, and entire agreement