Section 572.26 - Kinds of action - amendment1. An action to enforce a mechanic's lien shall be by equitable proceedings, and no other cause of action shall be joined therewith.2.a. Except as provided in paragraph "b", a claimant may only amend a lien statement by leave of court in furtherance of justice.b. A claimant may amend a lien statement without leave of court to decrease the amount demanded, and such amendment shall be effected through the mechanics' notice and lien registry. Amendment of a lien statement pursuant to this paragraph shall not change or otherwise affect its priority.c. A claimant shall not amend a lien statement to increase the amount demanded.Amended by 2018 Iowa, ch 1097, s 3, eff. 7/1/2018.C51, §985; R60, §4183; C73, §2510; C97, §3429; C24, 27, 31, 35, 39, §10295; C46, 50, 54, 58, 62, 66, 71, 73, 75, 77, 79, 81, §572.26