At contract signing we take a deposit, does that start the pre lien process? Should we file at that time or wait until we have first delivery scheduled?
An Oklahoma PreLien Notice must be delivered to the property owner and original contractor by anyone who:
1. did not contract with the property owner
2. is working on a non-residential project;
3. when the cost of work is more than $10,000. This notice must be sent within 75 days of last delivering labor and/or materials
A PreLien Notice must be delivered to the property owner and original contractor when the claimant did not contract with the property owner. This requirement does not apply when either (1.) the project was residential (but not owner-occupied); or (2.) the total claim is less than $10,000, however, it may be a good idea to send the notice in any event. The notice must be sent within 75 days of last delivering labor and/or materials. This deadline marks the end of this 75 day period.