Bill > S1113

This bill amends existing Massachusetts General Laws, specifically Chapter 254, concerning liens on real property. It clarifies the process for enforcing liens related to building construction, alterations, repairs, or improvements, as well as professional services. The bill specifies that such liens are to be enforced through a civil action in either the Superior Court or the District Court where the land is located. It also mandates that an attested copy of the complaint, including a property description and the amount due, must be filed with the registry of deeds within thirty days of starting the lawsuit, or the lien will be dissolved. Furthermore, the bill introduces a new procedure for establishing and enforcing liens under specific sections of Chapter 84 (relating to road maintenance), Chapter 183A (relating to condominiums), and Chapter 183B (relating to condominiums), allowing courts to order the sale of real estate to satisfy these established liens and provides a standardized form for such sales, including details about the property, terms of sale, and the lienholder. The term "party in interest" is expanded to explicitly include mortgagees and attaching creditors, meaning they are recognized as having a stake in these legal actions.