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Maryland Expands Scope of Mechanic's Lien

May 20, 2008  |  from Bowie & Jensen, LLC Construction Law Forum

This year, the Maryland legislature passed a new law that expands the definition of work or materials furnished “for or about the building” to include interior design services provided by a certified interior designer. This new legislation takes effect on October 1, 2008. This expands the scope of Maryland Mechanic’s Lien, because Maryland courts have previously held that work done or materials furnished that are not specifically listed in the Maryland Mechanic’s Lien statute cannot be the subject of a mechanic’s lien.

For example, in Maryland, the court held in 1962 that a swimming pool is not a lienable item because the Mechanics’ Lien law restricts lienable items to buildings or other stated items. However, in 1966, the Maryland legislature changed the law to specifically include swimming pools, which are now considered lienable items for the purposes of mechanics' liens.

If you have any questions regarding mechanic's lien or construction law, contact Michael W. Siri at 410-583-2400 or via email at siri@bowie-jensen.com.


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