Virginia Construction Law Questions & Answers
Q: va-can poa demand "road impact fee" from owner's builder when not in documents.
Nothing in our documents re this-private roads easement across res lots.
Your question is barely comprehensible. You need help constructing it. But, I think the answer will turn on the contents of the documents. You need a legal review of all relevant contracts, whether we are talking about the construction agreements, the home purchase contract, or any relevant HOA... Read more »
Q: We purchased a flipped home that we were made to believe was in good condition it is not
There is wood rot that was simply painted over, paint that wasn't done right and is peeling off the ceilings and walls, floors that have bubbled from not being laid right, an a.c. unit that wasn't up to code that flooded our house, a oven that makes it so we can't open a dishwasher all the way... Read more »
Sounds like you need a lawyer to evaluate whether you have a claim for treble damages plus attorneys fees and costs.
Q: how do we get a mechanics lien removed after the lien has expired?
The lien was filed June 6 2017 and the company is trying to enforce it as of Jan 26 2018. The law in VA states the lien expires after 6 months. work has stopped on our build so removing this is imperative.
thank you
You will need to petition the Court and seek a court order to remove the lien.
Q: I hire a company to do repairs to my house .the company started but never finished. Can I hire a lawyer to handle case?
I asked him to give me the materials that was purchase and I will get someone to finish the work. He keep saying he is going to finish it's been since March 2017.. I know he had a few family issuses but I need the work completed. We have a sign contract and he also been paid some money
Yes this would be an ideal case to hire an attorney on
Q: I signed a new construction purchase contract from a builder and gave a $5k deposit. What are my options to hold/cancel.
My company is possibly being purchased and we may need to relocate, therefore I would like to put the construction on hold. I emailed them this, and they responded that they would continue building the house but with 0 upgrades that we selected, then if we want it at the end we can have it. Does... Read more »
You have to look at the contract you have with the company. You may wish to consult with an attorney and bring them a copy of the contract to review.
Q: I hire an architect to provide drawings for build out and he put on the drawing that 2hr firewalls already exist. wrong
That was wrong firewalls did not exist. based on that it never csme up during construct and the walls are up and ceiling closed with city's approval. Now the city is saying no more inspections until firewalls are in place. Requires tear down painted and finished walls and erect new walls. Who is... Read more »
More information would be necessary to answer this, including an expert architect who will say it was negligent of the first architect and it caused you damages.
Justia Ask a Lawyer is a forum for consumers to get answers to basic legal questions. Any information sent through Justia Ask a Lawyer is not secure and is done so on a non-confidential basis only.
The use of this website to ask questions or receive answers does not create an attorney–client relationship between you and Justia, or between you and any attorney who receives your information or responds to your questions, nor is it intended to create such a relationship. Additionally, no responses on this forum constitute legal advice, which must be tailored to the specific circumstances of each case. You should not act upon information provided in Justia Ask a Lawyer without seeking professional counsel from an attorney admitted or authorized to practice in your jurisdiction. Justia assumes no responsibility to any person who relies on information contained on or received through this site and disclaims all liability in respect to such information.
Justia cannot guarantee that the information on this website (including any legal information provided by an attorney through this service) is accurate, complete, or up-to-date. While we intend to make every attempt to keep the information on this site current, the owners of and contributors to this site make no claims, promises or guarantees about the accuracy, completeness or adequacy of the information contained in or linked to from this site.
