Terms of Service for Payments
Effective Date: January 2026
By submitting any payment to Lupine Development & Consulting LLC (“Company,” “we,” “us,” “our”), you (“Client”) agree to the following Terms of Service. These Terms govern all deposits, retainers, progress payments, subscriptions, reimbursements, and electronic payments made to the Company.
1. Scope of Services
Payments made to the Company relate to professional services including, but not limited to:
- Architectural design
- Building design & drafting
- Engineering coordination
- Land development consulting
- Permitting & regulatory coordination
- Project management
- Sustainability & compliance services
Payments do not represent the purchase of construction, real estate, or physical goods unless explicitly stated in a signed written agreement.
2. Payment Authorization
By submitting payment through any Company payment system (including Zoho Checkout, credit card, ACH, wire, or invoice), you authorize the Company to:
- Charge the provided payment method
- Process recurring or installment payments when applicable
- Apply payments to outstanding invoices or retainers
You confirm that you are the authorized user of the payment method.
3. Deposits, Retainers & Non-Refundability
Unless otherwise stated in a signed written agreement:
- All deposits and retainers are non-refundable
- Deposits reserve professional time, staff availability, and project capacity
- Work may begin immediately upon payment, making refunds impossible once services are scheduled or performed
If a project is canceled, paused, or abandoned for any reason, the Company retains all amounts paid up to that point.
4. Chargebacks & Payment Disputes
You agree not to initiate chargebacks, reversals, or payment disputes without first contacting the Company in writing.
If a chargeback is filed:
- You are responsible for all processor fees, penalties, and administrative costs
- The Company may immediately suspend all services
- The Company may pursue collection, legal action, and interest
Fraudulent or abusive chargebacks constitute breach of contract.
5. No Guarantees of Approval
Payments do not guarantee:
- Permit approval
- Zoning changes
- Variances
- Engineering acceptance
- City, county, or state approvals
The Company provides professional services, not regulatory control.
6. Subscriptions & Recurring Billing
If you enroll in a recurring billing plan:
- Payments are automatically charged on the schedule shown
- You may cancel future billing with written notice before the next billing date
- Past payments remain non-refundable
7. Late Payments
Unpaid balances may result in:
- Work stoppage
- Delayed submissions
- Withholding of plans or documents
- Late fees and collection actions
8. Limitation of Liability
To the maximum extent allowed by Texas law, the Company’s liability is limited to the amount paid for the services giving rise to the claim.
The Company is not liable for:
- Lost profits
- Delays caused by third parties
- Permit denials
- Contractor actions
- City or utility authority decisions
9. Governing Law & Venue
These Terms are governed by the laws of the State of Texas.
Venue for any dispute shall be Williamson County, Texas.
10. Acceptance
By submitting payment, you acknowledge that you:
- Have read these Terms
- Agree to them
- Are legally authorized to pay