Guide to filing a mechanics lien in Oswego County

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

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

46 East Bridge Street
Oswego, NY 13126

Phone: 349-8621

Office Hours
Monday – Friday:
9 a.m. – 5 p.m.

What is Oswego County's Recording Backlog?

The Oswego County Clerk’s Office does not publicly disclose information on recording backlog. However, note that normally, original papers filed are returned to the interested party within 4-7 days.

Should I file my mechanics lien in Oswego County?

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

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

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

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

Recording Fees

Deeds, Mortgages, Discharges, Assignments, Affidavits Agreements, Power of Attorney, etc.

Recording & Endorsement: $20.00
Per page (Including cover page): $5.00
Additional name/ cross reference: $.50
Local Government Fees: $20.00

Lien Fees

Mechanic Liens
Filing Fee: $15.00
Affidavit of Service: $5.00

Federal Tax Liens
File or Discharge: $40.00
Search Against Debtor: $25.00

Copy Fees

To Prepare (per page): $0.65
To certify a prepared copy (1-8 pages): $5.20
Additional pages: $0.65

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

You can obtain a recorded copy of your lien in person or by phone.

In Person

You can visit the Oswego County Clerk’s Office located at:

46 East Bridge Street
Oswego, NY 13126

Phone: 349-8621

Office Hours
Monday – Friday:
9 a.m. – 5 p.m.

The county records room is part of the County Clerk’s Office on the second floor of the County Office Building.

The record room is open from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. on weekdays. It is generally better to come in person to use the records.

The records room is closed on Saturdays and Sundays, and on most holidays.

Copy fees are as follows:

To Prepare (per page): $0.65
To certify a prepared copy (1-8 pages): $5.20
Additional pages: $0.65

Phone

However, you are unable to come in person to use the record, a limited amount of information may be obtained over the phone.

For questions on fees, etc., call 315-349-8621.