Cancelling a Georgia Mechanic's Lien After Payment

To dissolve previously filed mechanic's lien claims, claimants must file a Release of Claim of Lien. Construction liens must be canceled once payment has been received, the lien expires, or for any other reason. The lien release must be filed with the county recorder to cancel the previously filed lien instrument. The lien release is different than a lien waiver because it discharges an already filed lien, while a waiver surrenders the right to file one in the first place.

A Release form contains the following information: 1) lien claimant's name and address; 2) property owner's name and address; 3) address of the subject property; 4) date the lien was recorded; 5) the book number, page number, and instrument number as indexed by the county; and 6) reason for cancellation (lien has been paid, expired, or any other reason for discharge). The Release must be signed in front of a notary public who then signs as a notary and/or affixes his or her seal.

This article is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Please speak with an attorney regarding releases or any other issues related to liens in Georgia.

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Select your county from the list above
Download the county-specific form
Fill in the required information
Have the document notarized if required
Record with your county recorder's office

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Common Uses for Release of Claim of Lien

Establish priority of a construction lien on a property
File a lien for unpaid construction or renovation work
Provide notice of intent to file a lien for unpaid work
Protect subcontractor payment rights on a building project
Protect your right to payment for home improvement work

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Important: County-Specific Forms

Our release of claim of lien forms are specifically formatted for each county in Georgia.

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