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Florida
Fla. Stat. Chapter 713
Notice Deadline
45 Days
Lien Filing Deadline
90 days after final furnishing or after Notice of Termination
Public Bond Threshold
$300,000 for state projects
Florida's Construction Lien Law (Chapter 713) is one of the most detailed in the nation. The Notice to Owner is critical for preserving lien rights.
- Subcontractors
- Sub-subcontractors
- Material suppliers
- Laborers
- Property owner
- General contractor
- Lender
- 145-day Notice to Owner deadline is strictly enforced
- 2Notice must contain specific statutory warnings to owner
- 3Notice of Commencement provides key project information
- 4Contractor's Final Payment Affidavit releases sub liens
- 5Fraudulent lien claims are criminally punishable
Florida expanded its contractor definition in 2023 to include construction management and program management services. Material suppliers have enhanced surety claim rights.
First Furnishing
Day 0
Notice Deadline
Day 45
Lien Filing
90 days after final furnishing or after Notice of Termination
Enforcement
1 year from recording to foreclose