Guide to filing construction documents in Fergus County, Montana

Contractors and suppliers working on a project within Fergus County should get familiar with the Fergus County Clerk & Recorder. This is the office that records documents related to the property, including mechanics liens and notices.

This page contains all of the information construction businesses need to file liens and other documents with the Fergus County Clerk & Recorder, including locations, hours, fees, form downloads, and more..

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The mechanics lien rules in Montana can be complex. Before recording a lien in Fergus County, read Filing a Lien in Montana: A Step-by-Step Guide to make sure you understand the process, and common mistakes.

Download Fergus County Clerk & Recorder Forms:

Lien FAQs for Fergus County

What types of documents can I file at the Fergus County Clerk & Recorder?

This office records a variety of property-related documents, including:
Mechanics lien
Lien release
UCC lien

Which office records mechanics liens in Fergus County, Montana?

Filing in person

You can file your Clerk & Recorder in person at the Fergus County, Records Department, located at:
712 W Main, Suite 204
Lewistown, Montana, MT, 59457

Hours of operation:
Monday - Friday, 8:00 am - 5:00 pm

If you need more information, you can call them at (406) 535-5242.

E-Filing

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Who can file a lien in Fergus County?

If you provided labor or materials on a construction project located in Fergus County, Montana, then your mechanics lien should be filed here. However, every state has specific rules about who has the right to file a lien, including notice requirements and specific deadlines. To make sure you are allowed to file a lien, visit the Montana Mechanics Lien Guide & FAQ page.

What is the deadline to file a lien claim in Fergus County, Montana?

In Montana, your deadline to file a mechanics lien is dependent upon your role in the project. In general:
General contractors have 90 days to file a lien after the the last day of furnishing labor or materials. Subcontractors and suppliers have 90 days to file after the last day of furnishing labor or materials.

What are the Fergus County Clerk & Recorder fees to file a lien?

Here are the costs to file a mechanics lien in Fergus County, Montana:
$8.00 per page

Recording offices do update their fee structure periodically. We recommend contacting the Fergus County Clerk & Recorder to verify the recording costs, especially before mailing a document.

Visit the Fergus County Clerk & Recorder fees page for the latest information.

How do I release a lien in Fergus County once I’ve been paid?

To cancel a lien previously recorded with the Fergus County Clerk & Recorder, you will need to record a lien release.
Lien release fee:
$8.00 per page.

How do I get copies of documents from the Fergus County Clerk & Recorder?

In Fergus County, filed documents are public record. Copies of mechanics liens and other property documents are available upon request from the Fergus County Clerk & Recorder.

In person

712 W Main, Suite 204 Lewistown, 59457

By mail

712 W Main, Suite 204 Lewistown, 59457

Electronically

The Fergus County Clerk & Recorder does not currently have an online resource for requesting document copies

Fees

Certified copy: $2.00