Helpful Instructions
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Important Information & Dates
Chapter 713 of the Florida Statutes governs Florida’s construction lien law. It allows certain subcontractors who furnish labor, materials, and/or services for the improvement of the property to file a lien on the said property or to look to the payment bond if payment is not received. In order to protect these rights the required documents must be served to the proper parties within the time limits set forth in the Florida Statutes.
Notice to Owner |
A notice to owner must be served within 45 days of your FIRST furnishing of labor, materials, or services supplied to the construction project. It must be served prior to the Owner’s disbursement of the final payment to the General Contractor. |
Claim of Lien |
A claim of lien must be recorded in the county where the construction project is located within 90 days of your FINAL furnishing of labor, materials, or services to that project. A copy of the claim must be served to the owner within 15 days of recording the claim of lien. |
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Florida State Statutes 713
