Current Lien Laws & Forms for Florida
What is a Notice to Contractor / Owner and other Pertinent Info. :
A Notice to Contractor / Owner is a legal device which enables you to place a lien on the property where you have supplied materials and / or labor to improve the property.
A Notice is served by certified mail to the Owner and where applicable, to the Contractor, Lessee / Lessor, Surety and Financial Institutions. You will receive a copy of all notices filed on your behalf on a daily basis. Please keep these on file and watch your dates and time frames should it become necessary to file a lien. It is important to submit your Request for Notice to Contractor / Owner as soon as you enter into an agreement, either verbal or written, on a construction project.
Time Frame for Filing Notice to Owner / Lien:
Time Frame for filing Notice to Owner: 45 days from first day of shipment of labor and/or materials to job site.
Time Frame for filing Lien: Within 90 days of last day on job site.