TERMS & CONDITIONS

Effective Date: April 11, 2026

1. Introduction

Welcome to Steep Hill Studio (the "Service"), a brand and division owned and operated by Ruhl Builds Inc. (the "Company"). These Terms and Conditions ("Terms") govern your relationship with the Service and your purchase of architectural design plans ("Plans") and the Studio membership (the “Studio”). By accessing the Service, purchasing Plans, or engaging with our content through the Studio, you agree to be bound by these Terms.

2. Professional Disclaimer

2.1 Nature of Plans: Conceptual Intent Only

All Plans provided by the Company are Conceptual Design Sets. They are provided to convey architectural and building science intent and do not constitute professional engineering or architectural services for a specific project.

2.2 No Professional Seal

Plans are delivered without a professional seal (stamp). They are not building permit documents.

2.3 Mandatory Local Review

The Purchaser is strictly required to retain a locally licensed Professional Engineer and/or Architect (the "Engineer of Record") and a qualified General Contractor to:

·      Review and adapt the Plans for site-specific conditions.

·      Perform all structural, mechanical, and electrical engineering calculations.

·      Ensure full compliance with the local Authority Having Jurisdiction and applicable building codes.

2.4 No Professional-Client Relationship

The purchase of Plans or participation in the Studio, including question and answer (Q&A) content and communications, does not establish a Professional Engineer-Client relationship between the Purchaser and David Ruhl, P. Eng., Lee Vosburgh, or Ruhl Builds Inc. All guidance provided is for educational purposes only.

3. Intellectual Property and Licensing

3.1 Single-Build License

Upon purchase of a Plan, the Company grants you a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable license to construct one (1) single structure based on the purchased Plans.

3.2 Restrictions

You may not resell, redistribute, or sublicense the Plans. Modification of the Plans for the purpose of resale or use in multiple developments is strictly prohibited and constitutes a breach of copyright. All Intellectual Property rights remain the sole property of Ruhl Builds Inc.

4. The Studio Pass & Ongoing Content

4.1 Educational Content

Membership to the Studio provides access to a library of building design resources. While we strive for accuracy, the Company does not warrant that the information is suitable for every building site or climate.

4.2 Q&A and The Studio Communication

Any responses provided in the Q&A or member area are general in nature. The Purchaser’s local Engineer of Record is the sole authority for final on-site decisions. The Company is not responsible for any interpretation or misapplication of The Studio content by the Purchaser or their contractors or designers.

5. Purchases, Shipping, and Refunds

5.1 Final Sale

Due to the proprietary nature of architectural intellectual property, all sales are final. Once digital files are made available for download or sent via email or physical prints have been shipped, no refunds, returns, or exchanges will be granted.

5.2 Physical Goods (24x36 Prints)

Risk of loss for physical prints passes to the Purchaser upon delivery to the carrier. While the Company is not liable for the acts of third-party couriers, all shipments are insured for their replacement value. In the event of damage or loss during transit, please contact us immediately so we may facilitate a claim and coordinate a replacement set.

6. Limitation of Liability

To the maximum extent permitted by law, Ruhl Builds Inc., its directors, employees, and consultants shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, or consequential damages (including, but not limited to, construction delays, material costs, or building failure).

Our total liability for any claim arising out of the Plans or the Service is strictly limited to the total amount paid by the Purchaser for the specific product in question.

7. Indemnification

The Purchaser agrees to indemnify and hold harmless Ruhl Builds Inc. and its principals from any claims, damages, or legal fees arising from the misapplication of the Plans, failure to obtain local professional review, or violations of local building codes.

8. Accounts and Termination

Security: You are responsible for safeguarding your account credentials. Sharing Studio access with unauthorized third parties is grounds for immediate termination without refund.

Termination by Company: We reserve the right to suspend access to the Service for any breach of these Terms without refund.

9. Governing Law

These Terms shall be governed and construed in accordance with the laws of the Province of Ontario and the federal laws of Canada. Any legal action or proceeding shall be brought exclusively in the courts of Ontario.

10. Contact Us

For questions regarding these Terms, please contact: hello@steephillstudio.com