Dougherty County Final Lien Waiver and Release Form
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Dougherty County Final Lien Waiver and Release Form
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Dougherty County Final Lien Waiver and Release Guide
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Where to Record Your Documents
Dougherty County Clerk of Court
Albany, Georgia 31701
Hours: 8:30 to 4:30 M-F
Phone: (229) 431-2198
Recording Tips for Dougherty County:
- Ensure all signatures are in blue or black ink
- Leave recording info boxes blank - the office fills these
- Both spouses typically need to sign if property is jointly owned
- Verify the recording date if timing is critical for your transaction
Cities and Jurisdictions in Dougherty County
Properties in any of these areas use Dougherty County forms:
- Albany
- Putney
Hours, fees, requirements, and more for Dougherty County
How do I get my forms?
Forms are available for immediate download after payment. The Dougherty 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 Dougherty County?
Yes. Our form blanks are guaranteed to meet or exceed the applicable formatting requirements used for recording in Dougherty 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 Dougherty 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. You'll need Adobe Reader (free software that most computers already have). 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 Dougherty County?
Recording fees in Dougherty County vary. Contact the recorder's office at (229) 431-2198 for current fees.
Questions answered? Let's get started!
Lien waivers are recorded documents used to inform a property owner and any other interested parties that the person or firm with a potential mechanic's lien right is giving up the right to file that lien in exchange for full or partial payment. Use these documents carefully, because the right to a mechanic's lien is regarded as sacred in the realm on the construction world. Unlike most other states, Georgia takes a different approach to its lien waivers, declaring them void unless payment has been received. O.C.G.A. 44-14-366(b).
Georgia recognizes two major types of waivers: The Interim Waiver and Release upon Payment and the Waiver and Release upon Final Payment. O.C.G.A. 44-14-366. These two waivers also fit into the minor categories of being conditioned or not conditioned on actual receipt of payment (included a cleared check). The latter categories can have a tremendous effect on lien rights, as sending an unconditional waiver will waive the right to a lien regardless of confirmed payment.
In addition to requiring payment first, Georgia law prohibits preliminary waivers of lien rights before beginning the work: A right to claim a lien or to claim upon a bond may not be waived in advance of furnishing of labor, services, or materials. O.C.G.A. 44-14-366(a). Any purported waiver or release of lien or bond claim or of this Code section executed or made in advance of furnishing of labor, services, or materials is null, void, and unenforceable. Id.
To surrender all rights to a lien, a claimant files a Waiver and Release upon Final Payment. Use this form when a claimant is requested to execute a waiver and release in exchange for or to induce the making of final payment. O.C.G.A. 44-14-366(d).
The form identifies the parties, the location, the nature of the work, relevant dates, and the amount of payment.
This article is provided for informational purposes only and should not be relied upon as a substitute for the advice of an attorney. Please contact an attorney with questions about waivers, or any other issues related to liens in Georgia.
Important: Your property must be located in Dougherty County to use these forms. Documents should be recorded at the office below.
This Final Lien Waiver and Release meets all recording requirements specific to Dougherty County.
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The documents you receive here are guaranteed to meet or exceed the applicable Dougherty County recording format requirements. If there is a rejection caused by our formatting, we will correct the issue or refund your payment. This guarantee applies to document formatting only and does not extend to information entered by the user, the selection of the form, or the legal effect of the completed document.
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