Dekalb County Waiver of Lien to Date Form

Last validated September 8, 2026 by our Forms Development Team

Formatted for recording in Dekalb County, for property anywhere in the county: rural and unincorporated areas as well as Clare, Cortland, Dekalb, Esmond, Genoa, Hinckley, Kingston, Kirkland and 6 more.

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Dekalb County Waiver of Lien to Date Form

Dekalb County Waiver of Lien to Date Form

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

Document last validated 9/8/2026
Dekalb County Waiver of Lien to Date Guide

Dekalb County Waiver of Lien to Date Guide

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Document last validated 7/7/2026
Dekalb County Completed Example of the Waiver of Lien to Date Document

Dekalb County Completed Example of the Waiver of Lien to Date Document

Example of a properly completed form for reference.

Document last validated 7/9/2026

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

Where to Record Your Documents

County Clerk and Recorder

Address:
Administration Bldg - 110 E Sycamore St, 2nd floor
Sycamore, Illinois 60178

Hours: 8:30 to 4:30 M-F

Phone: (815) 895-7156

Recording Tips for Dekalb County:
  • Bring your driver's license or state-issued photo ID
  • Ensure all signatures are in blue or black ink
  • Ask about their eRecording option for future transactions
  • Avoid the last business day of the month when possible
  • Both spouses typically need to sign if property is jointly owned

Cities and Jurisdictions in Dekalb County

Properties in any of these areas use Dekalb County forms:

  • Clare
  • Cortland
  • Dekalb
  • Esmond
  • Genoa
  • Hinckley
  • Kingston
  • Kirkland
  • Malta
  • Sandwich
  • Shabbona
  • Somonauk
  • Sycamore
  • Waterman

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Hours, fees, requirements, and more for Dekalb County

How do I get my forms?

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

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

Recording fees in Dekalb County vary. Contact the recorder's office at (815) 895-7156 for current fees.

Questions answered? Let's get started!

Under 770 ILCS 60, Illinois' Mechanic's Lien Act, lien waivers are a type of document used between a contractor (including a sub or general) and a property owner to induce or encourage final or partial payments in exchange for forfeiting the claimant's right to a mechanic's lien.

A lien waiver is useful for property owners because it assures them that a lien will not be placed on their property, and for contractors because presenting the waiver can encourage the owner to pay. Therefore, a waiver offers a quid pro quo arrangement with benefits for both sides. Waivers can be conditional, meaning they go into effect based upon actual receipt of payment as a triggering event, or unconditional, meaning the waiver takes effect upon being sent to the owner or prime contractor.

The Waiver of Lien to Date is for a subcontractor and contractor to sign upon receipt of a partial payment from the customer. The parties should ensure the payment has been made (meaning any check has been deposited and cleared) before signing the waiver. The Waiver of Lien to Date includes an affidavit to be completed by the contractor listing all parties contracted with, the contract amounts, payment amounts, and balance remaining due. Finally, sign the completed lien waiver in front of a notary public.

Contact an attorney for more information about lien waivers, or any other issues related to mechanic's liens in Illinois.

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

This Waiver of Lien to Date meets all recording requirements specific to Dekalb County.

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The documents you receive here are guaranteed to meet or exceed the applicable Dekalb 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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