La Plata County Preliminary Notice of Mechanics Lien Form
Last validated August 21, 2026 by our Forms Development TeamFormatted for recording in La Plata County, for property anywhere in the county: rural and unincorporated areas as well as Bayfield, Durango, Hesperus, Ignacio, Marvel.
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La Plata County Preliminary Notice of Mechanics Lien Form
Fill in the blank Preliminary Notice of Mechanics Lien form formatted to comply with all Colorado recording and content requirements.
La Plata County Notice of Mechanics Lien Guide
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La Plata County Completed Example of the Preliminary Notice of Mechanics Lien Document
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Where to Record Your Documents
La Plata County Clerk & Recorder
Durango, Colorado 81303
Hours: 8:00 to 5:00 Monday through Friday / Recording until 4:30
Phone: (970) 382-6280 or 382-6281
Recording Tips for La Plata County:
- Bring your driver's license or state-issued photo ID
- Ensure all signatures are in blue or black ink
- Recorded documents become public record - avoid including SSNs
- Recording fees may differ from what's posted online - verify current rates
- Request a receipt showing your recording numbers
Cities and Jurisdictions in La Plata County
Properties in any of these areas use La Plata County forms:
- Bayfield
- Durango
- Hesperus
- Ignacio
- Marvel
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How do I get my forms?
Forms are available for immediate download after payment. The La Plata County forms will be in your account ready to download to your computer. An account is created for you during checkout if you don't have one. Forms are NOT emailed.
Are these forms guaranteed to be recordable in La Plata County?
Yes. Our form blanks are guaranteed to meet or exceed the applicable formatting requirements used for recording in La Plata County, including margin requirements, font requirements, and other layout standards. This guarantee applies to formatting, not to the legal sufficiency of information entered by the user or the suitability of a form for a particular transaction.
Can I reuse these forms?
Yes. You can reuse the forms for your personal use. For example, if you have multiple properties in La Plata County you only need to order once.
What do I need to use these forms?
The forms are PDFs that you fill out on your computer. The free Adobe Acrobat Reader is recommended, and most PDF apps also work. You do NOT enter your property information online - you download the blank forms and complete them privately on your own computer.
Are there any recurring fees?
No. This is a one-time purchase. Nothing to cancel, no memberships, no recurring fees.
How much does it cost to record in La Plata County?
Recording fees in La Plata County vary. Contact the recorder's office at (970) 382-6280 or 382-6281 for current fees.
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In Colorado, claimants must serve a property owner with preliminary (a.k.a. "prelien") notice before claiming a mechanic's lien. This is required as a means of protection for the owner by warning the property owner, prime contractor, or any other party that a mechanics lien will be filed unless payment of past due amounts is made.
To preserve lien rights for work performed or laborers or materials furnished, there must be a notice of intent to file a lien statement served upon the owner (or reputed owner) of the property or the owner's agent and the principal or prime contractor or his or her agent at least ten days before the time of filing the lien statement with the county clerk and recorder. C.R.S. 38-22-109(3). The notice of intent must be served through personal service or by registered or certified mail, with a return receipt requested, and addressed to the last known address of such persons. Id. An affidavit of service or mailing must also be filed for record with the lien statement and will constitute proof of such service. Id.
The notice form contains the following information: (1) the lien claimant's name and address; (2) the property owner's name and address; (3) any common name of the property; (4) a legal description of the property; and (5) the general contractor's name and address. The form also contains two affidavits of service to verify service was made on either the owner or contractor or both.
Find Colorado's General Mechanic's Lien laws at C.R.S. 38-22.
This article is provided for information purposes only and should not be relied upon as a substitute for the advice of an attorney. Please contact a Colorado attorney with any questions about using a notice of intent to file a statement of mechanic's lien or for any other mechanic's lien issues.
Important: Your property must be located in La Plata County to use these forms. Documents should be recorded at the county recording office listed above.
This Preliminary Notice of Mechanics Lien meets all recording requirements specific to La Plata County.
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