Mechanic's Lien Guide
New York Mechanic's Lien Guide
Lien deadlines, notice requirements, and filing procedures for contractors, subcontractors, and suppliers in New York.
New York Lien Deadlines
Preliminary Notice
Not requiredMechanic's lien
8 monthsMust be filed within 8 months of last work. This is reduced to 4 months for single-family residential projects. Enforcement must be initiated within 1 year of lien filing. However, New York does allow the enforcement deadline to be extended.
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DISCLAIMER: These deadlines are pulled from recent lien laws, but you should consult a lien expert or lawyer to understand the deadlines specific to your situation.
New York deadlines
Showing deadlines for a Subcontractor. Deadlines can vary by role.
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Mechanics Lien Filing
8 months from last furnishing (4 months for single-family residential)
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Enforcement (foreclosure)
1 year after lien recording
Calculated once you record the lien
Unpaid-balance state: your lien may be limited to the amount the owner still owes the general contractor when notice is received.
New York Lien Guide
Preliminary Notice & Notice of Intent
Preliminary Notice: Not required in New York. Notice of Intent to Lien: Not required, but recommended in New York.
Who Can File a Mechanic's Lien
Contractors, subcontractors, laborers, suppliers, and equipment lessors are entitled to mechanic's lien rights in New York. Suppliers to suppliers are not covered.
Who Gets the Notice
No preliminary notice required.
Information Required
Information needed to file a mechanic's lien in New York includes: - Project owner’s name - Property description - Labor/materials description - Amount owed - Claimant’s info - Work dates - Claimant’s role
New York Public Works
In New York, a mechanic's lien on public works projects is not available. Subcontractors and suppliers have several rights available to them. They can file a lien against monies due to the contractor, or file suit on a payment bond if the project is over $100,000. For a lien against monies due, a notice of lien can be filed up to 30 days after project completion. To file suit on a payment bond, written notice must be given to the contractor within 120 days of last furnishing labor or materials. A lien against monies due is valid for 1 year, but can be extended. Suit on a payment bond must be filed within 1 year of completion.
New York Lien Statutes
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