Guide to filing a mechanics lien in Greene County

Where is the Greene County Recorder's Office that files mechanic liens?

You can file your mechanic liens in person at the Greene County Clerk’s Office located at:

411 Main Street
Catskill NY, 12414

Phone: 518-719-3255
Fax: 518-719-3284

Regular Hours(Sept.-June)
M-F. 9:00am-4:45pm

Summer Hours(July-Aug.)
M-F. 9:00am-4:15pm

What is Greene County's Recording Backlog?

The Greene County Clerk’s Office does not publicly disclose information on recording backlog.

Should I file my mechanics lien in Greene County?

If your construction project is located in Greene County, then yes, you should file your lien here.

What are the margin & page size requirements to file a lien in Greene County?

What are the filing fees to record a mechanics lien in Greene County?

The Greene County Clerk’s recording fees are as follows:

Recording Fees

Deeds: To Record $5.00 per page plus $40.00
Mortgages: To Record $5.00 per page plus $40.00
Cross Reference: $0.50
Each Addt’l Last Name: $0.50

Lien Fees

Mechanic’s Lien: $15.00
Affidavit of Service: $5.00
Cancel or renew lien: No Fee

Federal Tax Liens: $40.00
Release: $40.00

Copy Fees

Copies

To Certify Copy: $5.00
To Prepare Copy (ea. Page): $ 1.00
Maximum Per Record: $40.00

Cover page is required for all deed/mortgage documents.
Fee is $5.00

Cover Page is generated by the Greene County Clerk’s Office.

How do I get a recorded copy of my lien from the Greene County Recorder's Office?

You can obtain a recorded copy of your lien in person at the
Greene County Records Center located at:

465 Main Street
Catskill NY, 12414

Phone: 518-943-2472
Fax: 518-943-5986
E-mail: nschamerhorn@discovergreene.com

Regular Hours(Sept.-June)
M-F. 8:30am-4:30pm

Summer Hours(July-Aug.)
M-F. 8:30am-4:00pm

Copy fees are as follows:

To Certify Copy: $5.00
To Prepare Copy (ea. Page): $1.00
Maximum Per Record: $40.00