Full question:
A renter contracted us for construction and did not pay. We filed a lien on the property. The homeowner called and said they never contracted us for the work. Are they still responsible for services rendered?
- Category: Contractors
- Subcategory: Construction Liens
- Date:
- State: Colorado
Answer:
Generally, a mechanic's lien cannot be enforced against a property owner unless they have somehow approved or consented to the work done. Simply having a landlord-tenant relationship does not make the tenant an authorized agent of the owner, which means there is no direct contract between the owner and the contractor. Therefore, the homeowner may not be responsible for the services rendered unless they had some involvement or agreement regarding the work.
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