Handrails must not be more than 37 inches (94 cm) high nor less than 30 inches (76 cm) from the upper surface of the handrail to the surface of the tread. Temporary handrails must have a minimum clearance of 3 inches (8 cm) between the handrail and walls, stair rail systems and other objects.
No. 5 â Allowing the Lien to Expire. Mechanicâs liens are valid for 6 years, unless a Notice to Commence Suite is served on the lien claimant.[15] A Notice to Commence Suit can be issued by the Owner or by the General Contractor, on behalf of the Owner.
The Mechanics Lien Act Section 39 provides that it is to be liberally construed as a remedial act. 1. But the courts have strictly construed the requirements for perfecting a lien. 2. Once the lien is perfected, the rem-edies are construed liberally. 3 _____ 1. 770 ILCS 60/39. 2. Tefco Const. Co., Inc. v. Continental Community Bank and Trust Co.