Story County Notice to Primary Contractor Form
Last validated October 6, 2026 by our Forms Development TeamFormatted for recording in Story County, for property anywhere in the county: rural and unincorporated areas as well as Ames, Cambridge, Collins, Colo, Gilbert, Huxley, Kelley, Maxwell and 6 more.
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Story County Notice to Primary Contractor Form
Fill in the blank Notice to Primary Contractor form formatted to comply with all Iowa recording and content requirements.

Story County Notice to Primary Contractor Guide
Line by line guide explaining every blank on the form.

Story County Completed Example of the Notice to Primary Contractor Document
Example of a properly completed form for reference.
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Where to Record Your Documents
Story County Recorder
Nevada, Iowa 50201
Hours: 8:00am to 5:00pm Monday through Friday / Recording until 3:30pm
Phone: (515) 382-7230
Recording Tips for Story 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 Story County
Properties in any of these areas use Story County forms:
- Ames
- Cambridge
- Collins
- Colo
- Gilbert
- Huxley
- Kelley
- Maxwell
- Mc Callsburg
- Nevada
- Roland
- Slater
- Story City
- Zearing
Hours, fees, requirements, and more for Story County
How do I get my forms?
Forms are available for immediate download after payment. The Story 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 Story County?
Yes. Our form blanks are guaranteed to meet or exceed the applicable formatting requirements used for recording in Story 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 Story 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 Story County?
Recording fees in Story County vary. Contact the recorder's office at (515) 382-7230 for current fees.
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Required Notices to Primary Contractor for Iowa Mechanic's Liens
Persons furnishing labor or materials to a subcontractor (sometimes referred to as "sub-subcontractors or even sub-sub-subcontractors depending on their position in the chain) must send notice to a primary contractor to inform of lien rights in order to preserve their ability to claim a lien.
A person furnishing labor or materials to a subcontractor is not entitled to a lien unless the person furnishing labor or materials notifies the principal contractor in writing with a one-time notice containing: 1) the name, mailing address, and telephone number of the person furnishing the labor or materials, and 2) the name of the subcontractor to whom the labor or materials were furnished, within thirty (30) days of first furnishing labor or materials for which a lien claim may be made. I.C. 572.33(1). Additional labor or materials furnished by the same person to the same subcontractor for use in the same construction project can be covered by this notice. Id.
The person furnishing labor or materials to the subcontractor must also support the lien claim with a certified statement that the principal contractor was notified in writing with the one-time notice described above. Id.
The notice requirement does not apply to a mechanic's lien on single-family or two-family dwellings occupied or used or intended to be occupied or used for residential purposes. I.C. 572.33(2).
This article is provided for informational purposes only and should not be relied upon as a substitute for the advice from a legal professional. Please contact an Iowa attorney with any questions about sending notice to the primary contractor or anything else with regard to mechanic's liens.
Important: Your property must be located in Story County to use these forms. Documents should be recorded at the county recording office listed above.
This Notice to Primary Contractor meets all recording requirements specific to Story County.
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The documents you receive here are guaranteed to meet or exceed the applicable Story 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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