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Florida Mechanics Lien & Preliminary Notice Deadline Calculator

Calculate exact statutory cutoff dates for commercial subcontractors in Florida (FL) under Notice to Owner (NTO) (Fla. Stat. § 713.06) and export calendar reminder alerts.

Florida (FL) Mechanics Lien Deadline Calculator

Statute Reference: Notice to Owner (NTO) (Fla. Stat. § 713.06)

90-Day Filing Window
Florida Preliminary Notice Deadline
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Must be served within 45 days of first work or prior to final payment.

Florida Final Mechanics Lien Cutoff
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Calculated 90 calendar days from your last day furnishing labor or materials.

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When is a preliminary notice due in Florida?

In Florida, specialty subcontractors must serve a Notice to Owner (NTO) (Fla. Stat. § 713.06) within 45 days of first furnishing labor or materials. Must be served within 45 days of first work or prior to final payment.

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How many days do you have to file a mechanics lien in Florida?

Under Notice to Owner (NTO) (Fla. Stat. § 713.06), a Florida mechanics lien must generally be filed within 90 days from the last day labor or materials were furnished to the project.

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