Cerro Gordo County Claim of Mechanics Lien Form

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Cerro Gordo County Claim of Mechanics Lien Form

Cerro Gordo County Claim of Mechanics Lien Form

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

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Cerro Gordo County Claim of Mechanics Lien Guide

Cerro Gordo County Claim of Mechanics Lien Guide

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

Where to Record Your Documents

Cerro Gordo County Recorder

Address:
Courthouse - 220 N Washington Ave
Mason City, Iowa 50401

Hours: 8:00am to 4:30pm Monday through Friday

Phone: (641) 421-3056

Recording Tips for Cerro Gordo County:
  • Ask if they accept credit cards - many offices are cash/check only
  • Double-check legal descriptions match your existing deed
  • Recorded documents become public record - avoid including SSNs
  • Mornings typically have shorter wait times than afternoons
  • Bring multiple forms of payment in case one isn't accepted

Cities and Jurisdictions in Cerro Gordo County

Properties in any of these areas use Cerro Gordo County forms:

  • Clear Lake
  • Dougherty
  • Mason City
  • Meservey
  • Plymouth
  • Rock Falls
  • Rockwell
  • Swaledale
  • Thornton
  • Ventura

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Hours, fees, requirements, and more for Cerro Gordo County

How do I get my forms?

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

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

Recording fees in Cerro Gordo County vary. Contact the recorder's office at (641) 421-3056 for current fees.

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Claiming a Mechanic's Lien in Iowa

Mechanic's liens are used to encumber the title to an owner's property when a contractor, materials supplier, or other laborer such as a subcontractor has not been paid for labor, materials, or equipment provided. In Iowa, this is accomplished by filing a Claim of Lien with the district court.

Iowa law entitles every person who furnishes material or labor for, or performs any labor upon, any building or land for improvement, alteration, or repair thereof, by virtue of any contract with the owner, contractor, or subcontractor to have a lien upon the building or improvement, and land belonging to the owner, to secure payment for the material or labor furnished or labor performed. I.C. 572.2(1).

The entire land upon which any building or improvement is situated, including that portion not covered therewith, shall be subject to a mechanic's lien to the extent of the interest therein of the person for whose benefit such material was furnished or labor performed. I.C. 572.5.

Perfect the lien by filing it with the clerk of the district court of the county in which the building, land, or improvement to be charged with the lien is situated. I.C. 572.8(1). NOTE: The lien must include a verified statement of an account of the demand due to the claimant, after allowing all credits. Id. The statement must set forth: 1) the date when such material was first furnished or labor first performed, and the date on which the last of the material was furnished or the last of the labor was performed; 2) the legal description of the property to be charged with the lien; and 3) the name and last known mailing address of the owner of the property. Id. Upon the filing of the lien, the clerk of court will mail a copy of the lien to the owner. I.C. 572.8(2).

The statement of account must be filed by a principal contractor or subcontractor within two years, and ninety days after the date on which the last of the material was furnished or the last of the labor was performed. I.C. 572.9.

This article is provided for informational purposes only and should not be considered legal advice or relied upon as a substitute for speaking with a legal professional. If you have any questions about filing a claim for a mechanic's lien, please speak with a qualified Iowa attorney.

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

This Claim of Mechanics Lien meets all recording requirements specific to Cerro Gordo County.

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