Sent invoice for work completed 63 days ago.
How much time do I have to provide a notice of intent lien?
How much time do I have to file a lien?
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Mar 16, 2020
The deadline for filing a Connecticut mechanics lien is 90 days after the last date when the claimant furnished labor or materials to the project. and, to be sure, the lien laws of the state where the project is located will apply.
If you were hired by someone other than the owner of the property (like the GC or a subcontractor), then a Notice of Intent to Lien will be required before a mechanics lien can be filed. That Notice of Intent must be sent within the same deadline to file a lien - but it's usually a good idea to sent a Notice of Intent well before when a lien will be filed. That way, there's time to try and resolve the matter without having to resort to a lien filing. And, if it can't be resolved, then there's still time to proceed with a lien. More on Connecticut Notices of Intent here: Connecticut Notice of Intent FAQs & Guide.
Of course, it's usually a good idea to try and recover payment with a Notice of Intent to Lien before actually pursuing a lien claim, anyway - regardless of what's required. Levelset discusses that idea here: What Is a Notice of Intent to Lien and Should You Send One?
Finally, if you're looking for specific dates for your exact deadline, this tool can help: Lien Deadline Calculator.