What to do if a mechanics lien has been recorded on your property. Release of mechanics lien san bernardino county, california. This letter may be sent prior to executing and recording a claim of lien or serving a stop notice in order to induce payment. In some cases, the law specifies that some parties must send preliminary notice to rightfully preserve the mechanics lien. Notice of lien attachmentenforcement of judgment central. Mechanic s lien california enforcing a mechanics lien on privatelyowned construction projects anywhere in the united states is a process that generally follows the same procedure. You receive its benefits only if you strictly adhere to the state law requirements. This page should be completed either one of the sections below and recorded with the county recorder along with the mechanics lien and notice of mechanics lien. California s requirements for preliminary notice are not very different from those of other states. Pursuant to california civil code section 8416c2, i served a copy of this.
This section describes a number of steps that can be taken to prevent mechanics liens. This section describes mechanics liens and the problems they can cause for property owners. On december 27, 2016 within the time and in the manner prescribed by statute, plaintiff filed a notice of mechanics lien in the office of the recorder ofdeeds for the district. Pursuant to california civil code section 8416c 2, i served a copy of this mechanic s lien and notice of mechanic s lien by registered mail, certified mail, or firstclass mail evidenced by. The allegations set forth in paragraphs i 29 above are incorporated herein by refcrcncc as if set forth in full. When a vehicle is sold at auction, immediately complete this form and give to the buyer. This section has information on what to do if a mechanics lien is. State of california, and more particularly described as address andor sufficient. Affidavit for service on the owner california civil code section 8416 a7 and c1. Establishment and enforcement of mechanics lien 30. Letter of intent to file mechanics lien serve stop notice instructions 1. The state allows you to file a mechanics lien on a project if you provide labor or materials to it.