Tag: California Preliminary Notice

California Preliminary Notice [Free Form Template Download]

In many states, including California, sending preliminary notice is a required step in order to maintain the right to file a mechanics lien on a construction project (should a payment issue develop). This article contains a free California 20-Day Preliminary Notice form template download.

August 6, 2018
What Is a California 20-Day Preliminary Notice?

Preliminary notices are a cornerstone of the mechanics lien process. In many states, including California, a preliminary notice must be sent in order to retain the ability to file a valid and enforceable mechanics lien, if the need arises. And, the parties that receive the preliminary notices — typically general contractors, property owners, and lenders –…

August 6, 2018
California Preliminary Notice Requirements When Work Is Commissioned By a Tenant

This article applies to absolutely anyone on a California construction project whenever a tenant is involved, starting with the party that contracted with the tenant and going all the way down to the sub-subcontractor and the supplier to that contractor. Everyone on a California construction project should be aware of the preliminary notice rules which…

July 26, 2018
California Stop Payment Notice: How to Get Paid on Construction Projects When There Is No Bond

In California when there is no bond present on a public construction project, a claimant can send a Stop Payment Notice (also commonly referred to as a Stop Notice). Here’s a quick definition: A stop notice is a document given for the purpose of stopping, intercepting, or freezing funds that have not yet been paid on…

February 19, 2018
Mechanics Liens and Common-Interest Developments in California

A “CID” is an acronym that stands for “Common-Interest Development.” This refers to self-governing groups of common property owners, such as condominiums or apartments that have an undivided interest in common areas or other amenities (such as a swimming pool or workout facility) that are shared by the residents. When the ownership of units within…

February 13, 2018