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Connecticut Lien Laws

Lien laws vary significantly across states, reflecting the diverse legal landscapes and economic conditions throughout the U.S. These laws govern the rights of creditors to claim an interest in property to secure payment for debts. For instance, some states have specific statutes that provide detailed processes for mechanics’ liens, allowing contractors and suppliers to enforce claims for unpaid work or materials on construction projects. In contrast, other states might have more streamlined or less detailed regulations. 

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Supplier – Preliminary notice requirements to file mechanic lien
No preliminary notice is required.
Supplier – Mechanic Lien
Notice of Intent to owner and prime contractor should be filed within 90 days from ceasing work. If contractor filed an affidavit with the county clerk then Subs and Suppliers are required to serve original contractor and property owner with a copy of any notice of intent to file a lien 90 days: Must be filed within 90 days of last day work performed.
Subcontractor – Preliminary notice requirements to file mechanic lien
No preliminary notice is required.
Subcontractor – Mechanic Lien
Notice of Intent to owner and prime contractor should be filed within 90 days after ceasing work. If contractor filed an affidavit with the county clerk, then Subs and Suppliers are required to serve original contractor and property owner with a copy of any notice of intent to file a lien 90 days: Must be filed within 90 days of last day work performed.
General Contractor – Preliminary notice requirements to file mechanic lien
15 days: Although not required, a contractor is advised to file an affidavit with the county clerk within 15 days of commencing work.
General Contractor – Mechanic Lien
90 days: Must be filed within 90 days of last day work performed.
Timeframe to foreclose lien
Action to enforce must be commenced within 1 year from date lien recorded or sixty days after any final disposition of an appeal taken of a reduction or discharge order.
Construction participants not covered by lien law
Certain professional services do not necessarily “improve” the property.  On residential construction, home improvement contractors who fail to comply with the Connecticut Home Improvement Act are not entitled to mechanic’s liens
Cost and damages not allowed in lien claim
Items typically not allowed in a lien claim are articles that do not become “permanent fixtures.”  Further, indirect or consequential damages are typically not allowed.