Minnesota 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
45 days: Preliminary Notice within 45 days of first providing labor or materials.
Supplier – Mechanic Lien 120 days: Lien must be filed within 120 days from last providing materials or labor.
Subcontractor – Preliminary notice requirements to file mechanic lien
45 days: Preliminary Notice within 45 days of first providing labor or materials.
Subcontractor – Mechanic Lien 120 days: Lien must be filed within 120 days from last providing materials or labor.
General Contractor – Preliminary notice requirements to file mechanic lien
10 days: Notice must be in contract, or served on owner within 10 days after work is agreed upon.
General Contractor – Mechanic Lien
120 days: Lien must be filed within 120 days from last providing materials or labor.
Timeframe to foreclose lien
Action to enforce lien must be commenced within 1 year from last supplying labor or material.
Construction participants not covered by lien law
a supplier to a supplier and/or a supplier of a contractor’s inventory are not protected.
Cost and damages not allowed in lien claim
extra materials not authorized by the owner, removable trade fixtures, and services relating to obtaining project financing, zoning variances and coordinating project leasing arrangements generally do not constitute lienable improvements.