Mechanic's Lien Update

In the last legislative session, the Texas Legislature significantly amended Chapter 53 of the Texas Property Code, the statute governing mechanic's liens. 

This post summarizes some of the key changes affecting general contractors and subcontractors on commercial projects.  The amendments govern all construction projects where the prime contract (the contract between the owner and general contractor) is entered into on or after January 1, 2022. 

If the prime contract was entered into before this date (even though construction begins after the date), then the old version of the statute still applies.  Yes, that means we will be dealing with competing application of the old version of the statute versus the new version of the statute for years to come.  Fun!