HB1092 Summary

• Amends the Mechanics Lien Act (770 ILCS 60/1) to exclude wind energy devices from lien coverage.

• Specifies that "improve" does not include furnishing labor, services, materials, fixtures, apparatus, or machinery for erection or improvement of a wind energy device when contracted with anyone other than the property owner.

• Eliminates mechanic's lien rights for contractors working on wind energy devices on a lot or tract of land under the specified conditions.

• Defines "wind energy device" by reference to Section 10-600 of the Property Tax Code.