Carter v. Keeton & Coleman

The question involved in this case is whether or not the claims asserted in the bill and proceedings are liens upon the lands of Mrs. Carter, the appellant, under the provisions of sections 2475 and 2483 of the Code. These claims are for labor done and materials furnished in making repairs and erecting outhouses upon the lands of the appellant under a contract entered into between her tenant and the contractors, Keeton & Coleman.

By section 2475 of the Code it is provided that, where the claim is for repairs only, no lien shall attach to the property unless the repairs were ordered by the…