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Monroe County Subcontractor Notice to Owner Form

Monroe County Subcontractor Notice to Owner Form

Monroe County Subcontractor Notice to Owner Form

Fill in the blank Subcontractor Notice to Owner form formatted to comply with all Iowa recording and content requirements.

Document Last Validated 3/24/2025
Monroe County Subcontractor Notice to Owner Guide

Monroe County Subcontractor Notice to Owner Guide

Line by line guide explaining every blank on the form.

Document Last Validated 7/15/2025
Monroe County Completed Example of the Subcontractor Notice to Owner Document

Monroe County Completed Example of the Subcontractor Notice to Owner Document

Example of a properly completed form for reference.

Document Last Validated 6/10/2025

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

Where to Record Your Documents

Monroe County Recorder
Address:
Courthouse - 10 Benton Ave East
Albia, Iowa 52531

Hours: 8:00 to 4:00 Monday through Friday

Phone: (641) 932-5164

Recording Tips for Monroe County:
  • Bring your driver's license or state-issued photo ID
  • Verify all names are spelled correctly before recording
  • Recording early in the week helps ensure same-week processing
  • Multi-page documents may require additional fees per page

Cities and Jurisdictions in Monroe County

Properties in any of these areas use Monroe County forms:

  • Albia
  • Lovilia
  • Melrose

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Hours, fees, requirements, and more for Monroe County

How do I get my forms?

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

Yes. Our form blanks are guaranteed to meet or exceed all formatting requirements set forth by Monroe County including margin requirements, content requirements, font and font size requirements.

Can I reuse these forms?

Yes. You can reuse the forms for your personal use. For example, if you have multiple properties in Monroe 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 Monroe County?

Recording fees in Monroe County vary. Contact the recorder's office at (641) 932-5164 for current fees.

Questions answered? Let's get started!

Subcontractors on a construction job occasionally need to fight for payment from the prime contractor. Many property owners are unaware of the participation of lower-tiered contractors on the job. These subcontractors can claim mechanic's lien rights against the property owner even if the owner paid the contractor in full. However, this right only exists if the owner is served proper notice. In turn, after receiving the notice, the owner can rightfully withhold payment from the contractor to ensure these other parties are paid as to avoid any liens against the owner.

A payment to the original contractor by the owner of any part or all of the contract price of the building or improvement within ninety (90) days after the date on which the last of the materials was furnished or the last of the labor was performed by a subcontractor, does not relieve the owner from liability to the subcontractor for the full value of any material furnished or labor performed upon the building, land, or improvement if the subcontractor files a lien within ninety (90) days after the date on which the last of the materials was furnished or the last of the labor was performed. I.C. 572.14(1).

In the case of an owner-occupied dwelling, a mechanic's lien is enforceable only to the extent of the balance due the principal contractor by the owner-occupant prior to the owner-occupant being served with the notice specified in subsection. I.C. 572.14(2).

This notice may be served by delivering it to the owner or the owner's spouse personally, or by mailing it to the owner by certified mail with restricted delivery and return receipt to the person mailing the notice, or by personal service as provided in the rules of civil procedure. Id.

The Notice to Owner contains: 1) the name of the owner, 2) the address of the property charged with the lien, 3) the name, address and telephone number of the lien claimant, and 4) a statement that the individual serving the Notice may have lien rights. I.C. 572.14(3).

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 property owners or anything else with regard to mechanic's liens.

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

This Subcontractor Notice to Owner meets all recording requirements specific to Monroe County.

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The documents you receive here will meet, or exceed, the Monroe County recording requirements for formatting. If there's an issue caused by our formatting, we'll make it right and refund your payment.

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