Dorchester County Unconditional Lien Waiver on Final Payment Form
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Dorchester County Unconditional Lien Waiver on Final Payment Form
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Where to Record Your Documents
Circuit Court: Land Records Office
Cambridge, Maryland 21613
Hours: 8:00am to 4:30pm M-F
Phone: 301-228-0480
Recording Tips for Dorchester County:
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- Documents must be on 8.5 x 11 inch white paper
- Bring extra funds - fees can vary by document type and page count
- Avoid the last business day of the month when possible
Cities and Jurisdictions in Dorchester County
Properties in any of these areas use Dorchester County forms:
- Cambridge
- Church Creek
- Crapo
- Crocheron
- East New Market
- Fishing Creek
- Hurlock
- Linkwood
- Madison
- Rhodesdale
- Secretary
- Taylors Island
- Toddville
- Vienna
- Wingate
- Woolford
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How do I get my forms?
Forms are available for immediate download after payment. The Dorchester 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 Dorchester County?
Yes. Our form blanks are guaranteed to meet or exceed the applicable formatting requirements used for recording in Dorchester 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 Dorchester 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 Dorchester County?
Recording fees in Dorchester County vary. Contact the recorder's office at 301-228-0480 for current fees.
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Unconditional Waiver and Release of Lien on Final Payment
In Maryland, mechanic's liens are governed under Chapter 9 of the Maryland Real Property Code. The term "waiver" refers to giving up a legal right. In this case, the person granting the waiver is giving up the right to seek a mechanic's lien for all or part of the amount due. This assurance is usually enough to get the other party to pay. Maryland does not use statutory forms for waivers; according to the principles of contract law, the parties may agree to such modifications in writing. Maryland law, however, specifically prohibits any waiver requirement in a contract. Md. Real Prop. Code sections 9-113.
Typically, waivers come in four varieties: unconditional after a progress payment, unconditional after the final payment, conditional after a progress payment, and conditional after the final payment. Unconditional means the waiver is granted immediately, while conditional waivers depend on the property owner meeting specific requirements (conditions), such as the payment clearing the bank, before the waiver takes effect. So, unconditional waivers benefit the owner, and conditional waivers tend to favor the claimant. The payment distinctions are based on the amount due on the project, so progress payment refers to money paid on account, and final payment waivers are used once the balance is paid in full.
A valid lien waiver identifies the parties, the location of the project, relevant dates and payments, and any other information necessary for the specific transaction. After signing the form, the claimant records it with the local agency responsible for maintaining land records.
Use the final unconditional waiver when a full and final payment is made and collectability of the due amount is not an issue. Only grant an unconditional waiver when payment is made through a verified method. The waiver is effective up to the full amount due and the claimant waives any lien rights without condition.
This article is provided for informational purposes only and should not be relied upon as a substitute for the advice from an attorney. Please contact a Maryland construction law attorney with questions about waivers or anything else about mechanic's liens.
Important: Your property must be located in Dorchester County to use these forms. Documents should be recorded at the office below.
This Unconditional Lien Waiver on Final Payment meets all recording requirements specific to Dorchester County.
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