Indiana

Mechanic's Lien

Deadlines & Filing Guide

Know your notice requirements, lien filing deadlines, and foreclosure deadlines before you lose your rights.

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preliminary notice

Required?

Residential alterations/repairs: 30 days after first delivery; original construction: 60 days

Lien Filing Deadline

File by:

90 days after last furnishing (60 days for Class 2 structures)

Foreclosure Deadline

Enforce by:

1 year after recording notice of intention to hold lien (or 30 days if owner demands)

Statutory Authority

Where found:

Ind. Code §§ 32-28-3-1 et seq.

DEADLINE CALCULATOR

Enter your last day of work to calculate your deadlines.

PRELIMINARY NOTICE
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LIEN FILING
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FORECLOSURE
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Enter your last day of work to see your estimated deadlines.

Where and How to File:

Record a notice of intention to hold mechanic's lien with the Recorder's office in the county where the property is located. Must include property description, amount claimed, name of owner, and date of last furnishing.

Important Notes:

Quick Deadline Timeline

Contract
Signed

Work Begins
Signed

Preliminary
Notice

Residential alterations/repairs: 30 days after first delivery; original construction: 60 days

Last
Furnishing

File Lien

90 days after last furnishing (60 days for Class 2 structures)

Enforce Lien

1 year after recording notice of intention to hold lien (or 30 days if owner demands)