Ohio

Mechanic's Lien

Deadlines & Filing Guide

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

GET YOUR  LIEN TOOLKIT

preliminary notice

Required?

Notice of Commencement filed with County Recorder prior to commencement of work

Lien Filing Deadline

File by:

75 days after last furnishing (private projects)

Foreclosure Deadline

Enforce by:

6 years after filing lien (or 60 days if owner demands)

Statutory Authority

Where found:

Ohio Rev. Code Ann. §§ 1311.01 et seq.

DEADLINE CALCULATOR

Enter your last day of work to calculate your deadlines.

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

Where and How to File:

File an affidavit to obtain a mechanics lien with the County Recorder in the county where the property is located. Must reference the Notice of Commencement. Must include property description, amount due, and name of owner. Serve a copy on the owner and general contractor.

Important Notes:

Quick Deadline Timeline

Contract
Signed

Work Begins
Signed

Preliminary
Notice

Notice of Commencement filed with County Recorder prior to commencement of work

Last
Furnishing

File Lien

75 days after last furnishing (private projects)

Enforce Lien

6 years after filing lien (or 60 days if owner demands)