Forrest has a contract with Denzel to construct a new condominium complex.The contract provides that Forrest must furnish a certificate of occupancy and conformity with the local fire code before Denzel has an obligation to pay.The furnishing of the certificate is an implied in fact condition subsequent to the construction of the building.

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The furnishing of the certificate is a condition precedent to Denzel's obligation to pay, not a condition subsequent. Conditions precedent must be fulfilled before a party's contractual obligation becomes due.

Forrest Has a Contract with Denzel to Construct a New