Project ManagementDocument Specification

Project Scope Change Request Template

A formal scope change authorization form to document additional client requests, quote extra fees, and adjust deadlines.

Target Audience

Freelancers facing client requests for extra features, additional revisions, or mid-project direction pivots.

When to Deploy

Send as soon as a client requests work that exceeds the agreed statement of work, before starting any extra work.

Customization Guide

Explain the change objectively. Specify both the additional fee and the schedule adjustment required.

Editable Markdown Document
# Project Scope Change Request (SCR)

**Change Request Number:** SCR-[001]  
**Project Name:** [Project Title]  
**Date Requested:** [Date]  
**Requested By:** [Client Name, Company]  
**Prepared By:** [Your Name]  

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## 1. Description of Requested Modification
[Describe the new feature, page, design modification, or integration requested by the client, referencing the specific client communication where it was requested].

*Example:*  
*Client requested adding a multi-currency payment checkout supporting EUR and GBP alongside USD, plus automated tax calculation for EU customers.*

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## 2. Impact Analysis
### A. Impact on Scope
This request introduces work not accounted for in the original Statement of Work dated [Date], specifically:
- Integration of Stripe Tax API.
- Checkout UI currency switcher dropdown.
- Testing currency webhooks across 3 mock banking accounts.

### B. Impact on Project Schedule
- **Original Completion Target:** [Date]
- **Estimated Additional Effort:** [Number] hours
- **Revised Completion Target:** [Date + X days]

### C. Commercial / Budget Impact
- **Original Project Fee:** $[Amount]
- **Additional Service Fee:** $[Amount] (Fixed-fee quotation)
- **Revised Total Project Investment:** $[Amount]

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## 3. Payment Terms for Change Request
The additional fee of **$[Amount]** will be billed as:
- [ ] 100% upon execution of this change request.
- [ ] 50% upon execution, 50% upon final milestone delivery.

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## Authorization
By signing below, the Client authorizes the Contractor to implement the modifications described above and agrees to the adjusted schedule and financial terms.

**Client Authorized Signature:**  
Signature: __________________________ Date: ________________  
Printed Name: [Client Name] Title: [Client Title]

Usage Assumptions & Legal Qualification

Never execute changes based on casual chat messages or phone calls without a signed or confirmed change order. This template is published for educational and organizational clarity. It does not constitute formal legal, accounting, or tax advice. For high-stakes contracts, consult a qualified attorney in your governing jurisdiction.

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