Alaska Notice of Completion

Borough or Census Area Specific Legal Forms Validated as recently as May 1, 2026 by our Forms Development Team

About the Alaska Notice of Completion

Alaska Notice of Completion
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How to Use This Form

  1. Select your borough or census area from the list on the left
  2. Download the borough or census area-specific form
  3. Fill in the required information
  4. Have the document notarized if required
  5. Record with your borough or census area recorder's office

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What happens after a contractor notifies the property owner of their right to file a lien? Generally, upon the project's conclusion, the owner responds by filing a notice of completion with the local recording office.

A notice of completion under Alaska Statute 34.35.071 announces the date of completion of a project under contract. The title holder records the notice in the office of the recorder in the recording district where the affected property is located, but only after the completion of the project. The notice is ineffective if recorded before completion (AS 34.35.071(d)).

A recorded notice of completion initiates the period in which a potential claimant may file a claim of lien. The total time a potential claimant has for filing a lien depends on whether the claimant has given notice of right to lien and whether the owner has given proper notice of his intent to record the notice of completion.

The owner files a notice of completion in the district recorder's office where the property is located, in addition to giving five-days' notice (notice of intent to file) before recording to all claimants who have given a notice of right to lien at least 10 days prior to the notice of completion (AS 34.35.071). If the owner served the claimant with a notice of intent prior to filing the notice of completion, the claimant must file a response within 15 days. Without advance notice, this time expands to 120 days. Therefore, best practice dictates that it makes sense to provide notice of intent.

In addition to the date of completion, an effective notice of completion states the name and address of the property owner, the nature of the owner's interest or estate in the property, a complete legal description of the property, and the name of the general contractor. A notice of completion must be signed and verified by the property owner (AS 34.35.071(b)). Before recording documents, ensure the notice meets standards of form and content as required by AS 40.17.030.

Consult an attorney with questions about using a notice of completion, mechanic's/construction liens, or for any other issues related to real property in Alaska.

How to Use This Form

  1. Select your borough or census area from the list above
  2. Download the borough or census area-specific form
  3. Fill in the required information
  4. Have the document notarized if required
  5. Record with your borough or census area recorder's office

What Others Like You Are Saying

— Jim W.

"ALL I CAN SAY IS WOW. I AM SO GLAD THAT SOMEONE THOUGHT OF THIS OPROCESS FOR NON-TITLE COMPANIES, SM…"

— Beverly D.

"Deeds.com was a great experience in helping me get some important documents recorded.I would recomme…"

— Jorge O.

"Everything work excellent. Don't think any update is needed at this time. Thank you"

— Peggy R.

"Thank you it was quick and easy"

— Stephen H.

"Great experience. Rapid service, no unexpected problems, and reasonable pricing. I will definitely u…"

Common Uses for Notice of Completion

  • Notify a general contractor of unpaid subcontractor invoices
  • Document partial payment received on a construction project
  • Secure payment for materials supplied to a construction project
  • Protect a contractor's right to payment for work performed
  • Notify a property owner of unpaid construction debts
  • Provide required pre-lien notice before filing a claim
  • Document a change order that affects the scope of a project

Important: Borough or Census Area-Specific Forms

Our notice of completion forms are specifically formatted for each borough or census area in Alaska.

After selecting your borough or census area, you'll receive forms that meet all local recording requirements, ensuring your documents will be accepted without delays or rejection fees.