It's very simple. As an architect that has provided building design services for a proposed building in SC have the same lien rights as a contractor that provides actual labor and materials?
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Jan 24, 2020
Yes. The parties covered under the South Carolina mechanics lien laws are listed out in SC Mechanics Lien Code §29-5-10. They cover a broad array of project participants including design professionals such as architects and engineers. The specific language in the statute states that the type of labor covered includes "the preparation of plans, specifications, and design drawings."
For additional information you may find this article useful: How to File a South Carolina Mechanics Lien | A Step-by-Step Guide