The right of lien generally arises by operation of law, but in some cases it is created by express contract. Laws regarding liens and notices of sale pursuant to an unsatisfied lien vary by jurisdiction, so local laws should be consulted.
A California Contract Provision Authorizing a Lien on Property Left for Repair and Sale of Property for Failure to Pay Repair Charges is a legal clause that can be included in a contract between a property owner and a repair service provider in California. This provision gives the repair service provider the right to place a lien on the property if the property owner fails to pay the charges for the repair services provided. Keywords: California, contract provision, lien, property, repair, sale, failure to pay, repair charges. Types of California Contract Provision Authorizing a Lien on Property Left for Repair and Sale of Property for Failure to Pay Repair Charges: 1. General Lien Provision: This type of provision allows the repair service provider to place a lien on the property if the property owner fails to pay for the repair charges within a specified time period. The lien gives the repair service provider a legal interest in the property until the payment is made. 2. Specific Lien Provision: This provision authorizes a lien specifically for the repair charges incurred for a certain repair job or project on the property. It outlines the specific repair services, their costs, and the repercussions for non-payment, including the placement of a lien on the property. 3. Duration of Lien Provision: This provision defines the duration for which the repair service provider can hold the lien on the property. It specifies the time period within which the property owner must pay the repair charges to have the lien released. If the payment is not made within the specified duration, the repair service provider may proceed with legal action to enforce the lien. 4. Sale of Property Provision: In some cases, the repair service provider may include a provision that allows them to sell the property to recover the unpaid repair charges. This provision outlines the procedures, requirements, and legal steps the repair service provider must follow if they decide to exercise this option. 5. Notice and Cure Provision: This provision requires the repair service provider to provide a written notice to the property owner before placing a lien on the property. It also provides the property owner with a certain period of time, known as the "cure period," to pay the outstanding repair charges and avoid the placement of a lien.
