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⭐ How to File a New York Mechanics/Construction Lien (Step-By-Step)

New York Construction Lien

Follow these steps to file a New York mechanics lien and make sure you’re taking the right actions to protect your payment rights.

Step 1 —Draft Your New York mechanics lien:

  • General contractors:
    ➜ 4 months from last furnishing

  • Subcontractors & suppliers:
    ➜ 2 months from last furnishing

Your New York Construction Lien must clearly identify:

  • Claimant’s legal name and address (you)

  • Property owner’s name

  • Hiring party’s name

  • Legal description of the property

  • Description of labor, materials, or services

  • Amount claimed as unpaid

  • Last date of furnishing

  • Statement that Notice of Intent to Lien was served

  • Claimant’s signature and verification

  • Claimant’s signature or authorized agent

  • Verification or acknowledgment required for recording

Step 2—File Your New York mechanics lien:


File the New York lien in the county where the property is located within the applicable deadline.


You can file your NY Construction Lien:

  • In person

  • By mail

  • Electronically (varies by county)

Step 2—File Your New York mechanics lien:


File the New York lien in the county where the property is located within the applicable deadline.


You can file your NY Construction Lien:

  • In person

  • By mail

  • Electronically (varies by county)

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