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.
To preserve mechanics lien rights a preliminary notice must be filed within 20 days of the first date of services. A contractor has 90 days after completion of the work or 60 days after a notice of completion has been filed to file. party has 120 days from the date services were furnished and must file in the county within which the property is situated. The original contractor may file at any time but other parties must give the owner 10 days notice prior to filing a lien. The lien is valid for 15 months or until a suit is filed.