Collum v. Pennsylvania Paint & Ochre Co.

Citations

• 185 Pa. 411
• 39 A. 1009
• 1898 Pa. LEXIS 731

Syllabus

<p>Mechanic's lien — Original construction — Additions mid alterations— Finding by the court.</p> <p>A factory was erected to manufacture paint in a particular way. Soon after the completion of the construction of the building, it was found that the method of manufacture contemplated was not feasible, and it was determined to use other appliances. In pursuance of the change in the plans, an additional building was erected. One of the contractors of the original building furnished the work and materials for the new building, and filed a lien therefor. Held, that it was proper for the court below to find that the work and materials furnished after the completion of the original building should be regarded as having been furnished for additions and alterations.</p> <p>It seems that the Act of May 18, 1887, P. L. 118, relating to mechanics’ liens, applies to all liens for repairs, alterations or additions in all parts of the state, and therefore supplies all previous legislation on that subject.</p>