Legal Question in Construction Law in Virginia
construction law
What is the statute of limitations time limit for ''latent or hidden defects'' claims in residential construction?
Asked on 1/29/08, 5:10 pm
1 Answer from Attorneys
Jim Bowman
James E. Bowman PLLC
Re: construction law
In Virginia there is a 5 year statute of repose for construction defects. This means that a suit must be brought within 5 years of the completion of the work or it is time barred. There is no distinction made between a patent or latent defect in the statute.
Answered on 1/29/08, 5:23 pm
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