California Court Affirms Defense Verdict for Siding Manufacturer Dryvit

FRESNO, Calif. - A California appellate court concluded Oct. 19 that a jury had sufficient evidence from which to find siding manufacturer Dryvit blameless for water intrusion and mold contamination of a Modesto, Calif., condominium complex. Columbine Place Homeowners Association v. Dryvit Systems Inc., No. F042517 (Calif. App., 5th Dist.).

In an unpublished opinion, California's 5th Appellate District rejected claims by the Columbine Place Homeowners Association that Dryvit Systems Inc. failed to warn owners of the potential for leaks if Dryvit's 'Outsulation' siding product was not properly installed and maintained.

Columbine Place sued the project's developer, contractors and other parties …