Project Scope Change Request Template
A formal scope change authorization form to document additional client requests, quote extra fees, and adjust deadlines.
Freelancers facing client requests for extra features, additional revisions, or mid-project direction pivots.
Send as soon as a client requests work that exceeds the agreed statement of work, before starting any extra work.
Explain the change objectively. Specify both the additional fee and the schedule adjustment required.
# 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] --- ## 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.* --- ## 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:** $[Amount] --- ## 3. Payment Terms for Change Request The additional fee of **$[Amount]** will be billed as: - [ ] 100% upon execution of this change request. - [ ] 50% upon execution, 50% upon final milestone delivery. --- ## 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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