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Maryland Enacts New Environmental Laws in 2020

Green Building Law Update

A water infrastructure “asset owner” must reimburse MDE for costs incurred, and a lien must be established for nonpayment under specified circumstances. The bill also establishes liability protections for MDE and the State. HB 619 Maryland law and regulations are today silent with regard to PFAS including PFOA.

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Maryland Enacts New Environmental Laws in 2020

Green Building Law Update

A water infrastructure “asset owner” must reimburse MDE for costs incurred, and a lien must be established for nonpayment under specified circumstances. The bill also establishes liability protections for MDE and the State. HB 619 Maryland law and regulations are today silent with regard to PFAS including PFOA.

Maryland 156
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New York Home Improvement Contracts: What Residential Contractors Need to Include

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Let’s start with some basic definitions under NY Gen. This definition also covers a few other types of contracts. Any mechanics lien filed against your property may be discharged. Payment of the agreed-upon price under the home improvement contract prior to filing a mechanic’s lien may invalidate such lien.

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Construction Legislation Now Pending in Washington

Construction Law Monitor

Athletic Field construction lien case. Senate Bill 5131 (Expanding the definition of public facilities eligible for impact fee credits). Senate Bill 5643 (Revising the definition of “well” in water well construction). Introduced by Rep. Introduced by Rep. Companion: SB 5662). Introduced by Sen.

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PACE in Maryland is Not Keeping Pace

Green Building Law Update

In the event of a default, the amount in default (but not the entire principal of the PACE loan) is a liability that is a property tax lien collected by the local government with the priority associated with other real property tax liens, so existing mortgage holder acknowledgment of a PACE loan is required.

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Statute of Limitations - construction v. contract

Construction Lawyer

Sabo & Zahn LLC is an Illinois Limited Liability Company. " The court held that the homeowners did not fit within this definition and the normal ten year contract statute of limitations applied. ILLINOIS APPELLATE COURT DEEMS MECHANICS LIEN COUNTERCLAIM UNTIMELY. Unlimited liability for designers and contractors.

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How to Start a Painting Business: 9 Keys to Growth & Success

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You’ll need a name for your business entity and a business structure — often a sole proprietorship or limited liability company (LLC). Below, we’ve listed some items your business plan should definitely include. Here are a few key steps to make sure you cover: Register your business with your state’s Secretary of State.