Legal Question in Construction Law in Virginia

Lien on a state building

We are a voice and data contractor. We are working with an electrical contractor on a Virginia state job. The electrical contractor was not required to provide a bid bond. Can a subcontractor place a lien on a state building in the state of Virginia if the contractor does not pay?


Asked on 5/26/04, 9:19 am

1 Answer from Attorneys
Daniel Press Chung & Press, P.C.

Re: Lien on a state building

No. Mechanics liens cannot be imposed on public property. If the electrical contractor was not the prime contractor (i.e., entity that contracted with the owner), perhaps there is a bond posted by the prime. If not, your only recourse would be to sue the electrical contractor.

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Answered on 5/26/04, 10:21 am


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