§ 13-22. Same—Lien for and collection of expenses.

After the statement provided for in section 13-21 is filed, the city shall have a privileged lien on the lot or real estate upon which the work was done or improvements made, to secure the expenses thereof. Such lien shall be second only to tax liens and liens for street improvements, and the amount thereof shall bear interest at the rate of ten (10) per cent per annum from the date the statement was filed. For any such expenditures and interest, suit may be instituted and recovery and foreclosure of the lien may be had in the name of the city and the statement of expenses made in accord with section 13-21, or a certified copy thereof, shall be prima facie proof of the amount expended for such work or improvements.

(Ord. No. 176, § 3, 5-22-69)

State law reference

Similar state law, V.T.C.A., Health and Safety Code § 342.007.