Before you can file a Kentucky construction lien, you must determine whether a preliminary notice is required.

⭐ Kentucky Preliminary Notice Requirements

Kentucky’s notice rules differ from states like Michigan and Wisconsin.

A preliminary notice serves one purpose:

To notify the property owner that you are providing labor, materials, or services to the project and may file a lien if you are not paid.

Who Must Send a Kentucky Preliminary Notice?

Kentucky does not require a general preliminary notice for all projects. However, subcontractors and material suppliers must comply with notice requirements in certain circumstances, particularly on residential projects and where the owner has paid the general contractor in full.

Sending notice early is strongly recommended to preserve lien rights.

Who Does NOT Need a Kentucky Preliminary Notice?

· General contractors with a direct contract with the property owner

· Claimants whose contract is directly with the owner

When do you send Kentucky Preliminary Notice Deadline

When a preliminary notice is required under Kentucky law, it should be sent before or shortly after first furnishing labor or materials to the project. Sending notice early helps ensure the property owner is aware of your involvement and preserves your lien rights. Failing to send a required notice can limit or completely eliminate lien rights, particularly in situations where the owner has already paid the general contractor in full.

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