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Nevada 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
31 days: Notice to owner and prime within 31 days of first furnishing labor or materials. Supplier – Mechanic Lien Notice of Intent 15 days prior to lien on residential projects (not required for laborers). 90 days lien must be filed within 90 days of last providing labor or materials, or completion of work (whichever is
later). 40 days: if a valid notice of completion is recorded.
Subcontractor – Preliminary notice requirements to file mechanic lien
31 days: Notice to owner and prime within 31 days of first furnishing labor or materials.
Subcontractor – Mechanic Lien
Notice of Intent 15 days prior to lien on residential projects (not required for laborers). 90 days: Lien must be filed within 90 days of last providing labor or materials, or completion of work (whichever is later). 40 days: if a valid notice of completion is recorded
General Contractor – Preliminary notice requirements to file mechanic lien
No preliminary notice is required unless you are contracted direct by the tenant.
General Contractor – Mechanic Lien
Notice of Intent 15 days prior to lien on residential projects (not required for laborers). 90 days: Lien must be filed within 90 days of last providing labor or materials, or completion of work (whichever is later). 40 days: if a valid notice of completion is recorded.
Timeframe to foreclose lien
Action to enforce due within 6 months from lien’s filing date.
Construction participants not covered by lien law
If a contractor or professional is required by Nevada law to be licensed to perform his work, he may maintain a valid lien only if he is so licensed.
Cost and damages not allowed in lien claim
Nevada law specifically prohibits the recovery of consequential damages in a lien claim.  Further, fixtures, which are not affixed, used, consumed, or incorporated in the improvement of the property, are not recoverable in a lien claim.