Sangamon County Mechanics Lien Form

Last validated September 11, 2026 by our Forms Development Team

Formatted for recording in Sangamon County, for property anywhere in the county: rural and unincorporated areas as well as Auburn, Buffalo, Cantrall, Chatham, Dawson, Divernon, Glenarm, Illiopolis and 12 more.

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Sangamon County Mechanics Lien Form

Sangamon County Mechanics Lien Form

Fill in the blank Mechanics Lien form formatted to comply with all Illinois recording and content requirements.

Document last validated 9/4/2026
Sangamon County Notice of Mechanics Lien Guide

Sangamon County Notice of Mechanics Lien Guide

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Document last validated 9/11/2026
Sangamon County Completed Example of the Notice of Mechanics Lien Document

Sangamon County Completed Example of the Notice of Mechanics Lien Document

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Document last validated 8/18/2026

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Important: Your property must be located in Sangamon County to use these forms. Documents should be recorded at the office below.

Where to Record Your Documents

Sangamon County Recorder

Address:
200 S. 9th St, Room 211
Springfield, Illinois 62701

Hours: 8:30am to 5:00pm M-F

Phone: (217) 535-3150

Recording Tips for Sangamon County:
  • Bring your driver's license or state-issued photo ID
  • Ensure all signatures are in blue or black ink
  • Ask about accepted payment methods when you call ahead
  • Ask for certified copies if you need them for other transactions
  • Ask if they accept credit cards - many offices are cash/check only

Cities and Jurisdictions in Sangamon County

Properties in any of these areas use Sangamon County forms:

  • Auburn
  • Buffalo
  • Cantrall
  • Chatham
  • Dawson
  • Divernon
  • Glenarm
  • Illiopolis
  • Loami
  • Lowder
  • Mechanicsburg
  • New Berlin
  • Pawnee
  • Pleasant Plains
  • Riverton
  • Rochester
  • Sherman
  • Springfield
  • Thayer
  • Williamsville

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Hours, fees, requirements, and more for Sangamon County

How do I get my forms?

Forms are available for immediate download after payment. The Sangamon 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 Sangamon County?

Yes. Our form blanks are guaranteed to meet or exceed the applicable formatting requirements used for recording in Sangamon 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 Sangamon 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 Sangamon County?

Recording fees in Sangamon County vary. Contact the recorder's office at (217) 535-3150 for current fees.

Questions answered? Let's get started!

Mechanic's liens are available in Illinois pursuant to the Mechanic's Lien Act compiled under 770 ILCS 60 for contractors, subcontractors, material or equipment suppliers, architects, and other design professionals.

A lien is a type of property interest, like a mortgage, in which the lienor retains a claim against the property if it is later sold. The lienor can also force a sale through foreclosure. Illinois only authorizes mechanic's liens on private projects, not those associated with public (government) entities.

When you provide labor or materials on a contract job and the client never pays the invoice, filing a mechanic's lien is the next step in recovering the amount due. NOTE: Subcontractors must individually file 60-day (owner-occupied residential projects only) and 90-day notices to access their lien rights.

Mechanic's liens demand strict deadlines and missing the filing date by even one day can cost you your right to a lien. In Illinois, the time to file a lien arises within four months from the last date you or any of your employees furnished labor or delivered materials to the jobsite. The four-month period applies to your right against all third parties and subsequent owners. You have two years to file suit against the original owner to foreclose on a mechanic's lien. 770 ILCS 60/9.

The claim for lien must state the parties to the contract and its terms, identify the general contractor and all upper tier subcontractors, include a description of the work completed or materials delivered, state a legal description of the owner's property, and state the total amount due and unpaid as of the date the notice is recorded. The lien amount includes the invoice amount owed minus all credits and offsets. A lienor may not include extras such as attorney's fees or lost profits, but may charge interest measured by the legal rate in Illinois. 770 ILCS 60/1(a).

Before recording the lien, sign it in the presence of a notary public who then notarizes it with his or her seal. The lien should be recorded at the recording office for the county where the property is situated. For residential projects, you must serve the owner with a copy of the recorded lien within ten days' time.

The deadlines for filing a lien are set in stone, and failure to file on time will cost you your right to a lien. Additionally, putting in improper amounts or exaggerating the claim will invalidate the lien. If you lose your lien rights, the only remedy is to sue the property owner under contract law.

Each case is unique. Contact an attorney with specific questions regarding filing a claim or any other issues related to mechanic's liens in Illinois.

Important: Your property must be located in Sangamon County to use these forms. Documents should be recorded at the county recording office listed above.

This Mechanics Lien meets all recording requirements specific to Sangamon County.

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