Huntington National Bank of Columbus v. Treasurer of Franklin County

Plaintiff Huntington National Bank of Columbus (“Huntington”) appeals from the decisions of the trial court finding certain mechanic’s liens valid and granting them priority over its mortgages in a distribution of proceeds in foreclosure actions. These cases have been consolidated for the purpose of argument and disposition.

This controversy arose out of the construction of a warehouse and office building for So-Rich Sales & Services. In September 1975, So-Rich contracted with Luburgh Construction Company to perform demolition, clearing, earth moving, and grading work on the building site.…