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.
A lien foreclosure action is a lawsuit to foreclose the mechanics lien. The lien claimant must file a lien foreclosure action within 90 days of the date that he or she recorded the mechanics lien. Often a lien claimant with a valid claim will fail to follow through, making the lien invalid. Remind the claimant that if the lien is not removed and you have to get an attorney to remove it, the court can award you the attorney fees deemed reasonable to release the lien. 2  The mechanics lien law changed July 1, 2012, removing the former $2,000 cap.