Utah

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?

Within 20 days of first furnishing (filed with state registry)

Lien Filing Deadline

File by:

Earlier of 75 days after last furnishing or 75 days after completion

Foreclosure Deadline

Enforce by:

120 days after recording lien (extendable up to 2 years)

Statutory Authority

Where found:

Utah Code Ann. §§ 38-1a-101 et seq.

DEADLINE CALCULATOR

Enter your last day of work to calculate your deadlines.

Last Day You Provided Labor or Materials

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 a notice of claim with the County Recorder in the county where the property is located. Must also file preliminary notice through the State Construction Registry (an online filing system). Must include property description, amount due, and name of owner.

Important Notes:

State construction registry filing required.

Quick Deadline Timeline

Contract
Signed

Work Begins
Signed

Preliminary
Notice

Within 20 days of first furnishing (filed with state registry)

Last
Furnishing

File Lien

Earlier of 75 days after last furnishing or 75 days after completion

Enforce Lien

120 days after recording lien (extendable up to 2 years)