Jefferson County Notice to Owner Form

Last validated July 17, 2026 by our Forms Development Team

Jefferson County Notice to Owner Form

Jefferson County Notice to Owner Form

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

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Jefferson County Notice to Owner Guide

Jefferson County Notice to Owner Guide

Line by line guide explaining every blank on the form.

Document Last Validated 7/6/2026
Jefferson County Completed Example of the Notice to Owner Document

Jefferson County Completed Example of the Notice to Owner Document

Example of a properly completed form for reference.

Document Last Validated 7/17/2026

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

Where to Record Your Documents

Jefferson County Clerk

Address:
527 W Jefferson St, Rm 204 / PO Box 33033
Louisville, Kentucky 40202 /40232-3033

Hours: 8:00 to 4:00 M-F

Phone: 502-574-5785

Recording Tips for Jefferson County:
  • Double-check legal descriptions match your existing deed
  • Documents must be on 8.5 x 11 inch white paper
  • Request a receipt showing your recording numbers
  • Check margin requirements - usually 1-2 inches at top
  • Have the property address and parcel number ready

Cities and Jurisdictions in Jefferson County

Properties in any of these areas use Jefferson County forms:

  • Eastwood
  • Fairdale
  • Fisherville
  • Glenview
  • Harrods Creek
  • Louisville
  • Masonic Home
  • Prospect

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Hours, fees, requirements, and more for Jefferson County

How do I get my forms?

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

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

Recording fees in Jefferson County vary. Contact the recorder's office at 502-574-5785 for current fees.

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Notice to Owner -- Preliminary Notice in Kentucky

Most states require lien claimants to serve a preliminary (pre-lien) notice on a property owner or other party to ensure all interested parties have notification of who is involved in a construction job and who may have a claim to a mechanic's lien. In Kentucky, the Notice to Owner document fulfills this purpose.

No person who has not contracted directly with the owner or his agent is eligible to acquire a lien unless he notifies the owner (or his authorized agent) of the property to be held liable, in writing, within seventy-five (75) days on claims amounting to less than $1,000 and one hundred twenty (120) days on claims in excess of $1,000 after the last item of material or labor is furnished, of his intention to hold the property liable and the amount for which he will claim a lien. K.R.S. 376.010(3).

It shall be sufficient to prove that the notice was mailed to the last known address of the owner of the property upon which the lien is claimed, or to his duly authorized agent within the county in which the property to be held liable is located. Id.

The Notice to Owner document contains the following information: 1) Name and address of the potential lien claimant; 2) Address of the subject property; 3) Name of the owner; 4) Value of materials or labor furnished; and 5) Date of last furnishing. The document also contains a Certificate of Delivery detailing the person serving the notice, the method of service, and date of service. The Certificate must be signed to affirm service was made in the described manner.

This article is provided for information purposes only and should not be relied on as a substitute for the advice from a legal professional. If you have questions about preliminary notice, or any other issues related to liens in Kentucky, please speak with a licensed attorney.

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

This Notice to Owner meets all recording requirements specific to Jefferson County.

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