P. H. I. Construction Co. v. Riverview Commons Associates

This case requires yet another venture into the abyss of the mechanics’ lien statute, MCLA 570.1 et seq.; MSA 26.281 et seq., for a determination of when and what a general contractor dealing directly with the owner must do before being allowed to foreclose a statutory lien. The circuit court found that plaintiff was required to file a notice of intent to claim a lien within 90 days after the project was begun, MCLA 570.1; MSA 26.281, and to file the contractor’s sworn statement of account, MCLA 570.4; MSA 26.284, within 90 days of completion of the project. Since P. H. I. Construction…