1. In construction and project management, the stage when a building or project is sufficiently complete to be usable for its intended purpose, even if minor defects or finishing touches remain.
The contractor announced practical completion of the new office building last month.
O contratante anunciou a conclusão prática do novo prédio comercial no mês passado.
2. The point at which a client can take possession and begin occupying a property, even though some final works may still be outstanding.
We reached practical completion and the tenant was able to move in despite some outstanding snagging items.
Atingimos a conclusão prática e o inquilino conseguiu se mudar apesar de alguns itens pendentes de acabamento.