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Last updated November 3, 2020
Sending an Idaho preliminary notice is an effective way to speed up payment on a construction project. A preliminary notice is an informational document typically sent to the property owner near the beginning of a construction project. Here's what you need to know about the rules and requirements for sending preliminary notice in Idaho.

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Idaho preliminary notice requirements for:

  • Prime contractors

Private projects

On residential projects of more than $2,000, the general contractor must provide the homeowner with a Residential Disclosure Statement.

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FAQs about Preliminary Notices in Idaho

While construction attorneys and payment experts.

Who needs to send preliminary notice in Idaho?

Idaho does not generally require any notice to be given prior to a mechanics lien or bond claim.

For residential projects, however, the general contractor must provide the homeowner or residential property purchaser with a written Residential Disclosure Statement prior to entering into a contract greater than $2,000.

Further, any party may choose to send a Notice of Intent to Lien in an attempt to get paid.

How should notice be sent in Idaho?

Because Idaho doesn’t have requirements, if a party chooses to send any pre-lien notice, it may be sent however that party chooses.

Who should I send a notice to on an Idaho construction project?

Idaho does not require a preliminary notice, so it can be sent to any party you choose. It’s generally best practice to send a notice to the property owner at the very least. Keep in mind that this document will help improve your ability to get paid on time, so it’s always a good idea to send the notice to anyone who needs to sign off on your payment.

People are asking Idaho construction attorneys:

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There are plenty of jobs, but it depends on your skills and training? what type of job are you seeking? Linked in had many posts for construction industry jobs. Good luck
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Is my Florida NTO invalid?

Don't give a lien release without payment. The NTO is not necessarily invalid, especially since the owner belives that you are working on the job.
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Can I file a lien on jobs I haven't been paid on?

If you have properly completed all steps prerequisite to filing a lien, including the preparation and service of a preliminary 200day notice, then you should be able to file a lien provided the project is lienable. You should have a real estate attorney review the matter with you to determine if you have lien rights or, in the event you do not, what alternatives are available for you.
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About preliminary notice in Idaho

Idaho is one of the few states without a general preliminary notice requirement. In fact, the only instance in Idaho where notice is specifically required to be sent prior to claiming a valid Idaho mechanics lien is when a general contractor is performing work on a residential project with a contract in excess of $2,000. For these projects, the general contractor must send a Residential Disclosure Statement.

However, a preliminary notice has many benefits beyond protecting mechanics lien rights. Visibility can be tough to gain on a construction project, and by raising a hand, and providing visibility of project participants to the owner or GC, it makes it much easier for the parties with the money to manage the payment chain throughout the project and make sure everybody is getting paid.

As a result, sending a notice when you start a project is a best practice whether or not a state requires it.

Send a preliminary notice in Idaho (DIY)

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Download a free notice form

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This generic notice form can be used in Idaho, or any other state where notice is not required. It provides information about your company to the property owner, general contractor, and other parties in charge of payment on a construction project.

If you are a general contractor on a residential contract for more than $2,000, you must provide the homeowner with a Residential Disclosure Statement.

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Complete the form

Be careful! Accuracy is important.

Fill out the form as completely and accurately.

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Deliver the notice

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Idaho doesn’t have any specific notice delivery requirements. You can deliver the notice however you see fit.

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