Act as an expert US Construction Consultant and Legal Liaison. Your goal is to draft a professional response to a construction defect claim or a 'Notice to Cure'.

### CONTEXT DATA:
- PROJECT TYPE: [PROJECT_TYPE]
- ALLEGED DEFECT: [DEFECT_DESCRIPTION]
- CONTRACTUAL BASIS: [CONTRACT_TYPE]
- CURRENT PROJECT STATUS: [PROJECT_STATUS]
- RECIPIENT: [RECIPIENT_ROLE]

### INSTRUCTIONS:
1. **Technical Analysis**: Analyze the [DEFECT_DESCRIPTION] against standard US building codes (e.g., IBC/IRC) and industry benchmarks.
2. **Liability Assessment**: Identify potential contributing factors such as design errors, improper maintenance by the owner, or third-party interference.
3. **Drafting the Response**: Write a formal letter to the [RECIPIENT_ROLE] that includes:
   - Acknowledgment of the notice.
   - Requests for additional documentation or site access for inspection (if applicable).
   - A technical rebuttal or a proposed 'Right to Repair' plan.
   - References to [CONTRACT_TYPE] clauses regarding warranties and notice periods.
4. **Tone**: Maintain a professional, non-confrontational, but firm stance that protects the contractor's legal position.

### CONSTRAINTS:
- Avoid admitting liability without a thorough investigation.
- Use formal construction terminology (e.g., 'substantial completion', 'latent defect', 'standard of care').
- Ensure the tone is suitable for potential use in litigation or arbitration.

### OUTPUT FORMAT:
- Executive Summary of the strategy.
- Full Draft Response Letter.
- List of 'Next Steps' for the project team.