Franklin County Notice of Identification Form

Last validated April 9, 2026 by our Forms Development Team

Franklin County Notice of Identification Form

Franklin County Notice of Identification Form

Fill in the blank Notice of Identification form formatted to comply with all Massachusetts recording and content requirements.

Document Last Validated 4/9/2026
Franklin County Notice of Indentification Guide

Franklin County Notice of Indentification Guide

Line by line guide explaining every blank on the form.

Document Last Validated 4/7/2026
Franklin County Completed Example of the Notice of Indentification Document

Franklin County Completed Example of the Notice of Indentification Document

Example of a properly completed form for reference.

Document Last Validated 2/3/2026

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

Where to Record Your Documents

Franklin Registry of Deeds

Address:
30 Olive St, Suite 2 / PO Box 1495
Greenfield, Massachusetts 01302

Hours: 8:30 to 4:15 Monday through Friday

Phone: (413) 772-0239

Recording Tips for Franklin County:
  • Bring your driver's license or state-issued photo ID
  • Ask if they accept credit cards - many offices are cash/check only
  • Leave recording info boxes blank - the office fills these
  • Ask about their eRecording option for future transactions

Cities and Jurisdictions in Franklin County

Properties in any of these areas use Franklin County forms:

  • Ashfield
  • Bernardston
  • Buckland
  • Charlemont
  • Colrain
  • Conway
  • Deerfield
  • Erving
  • Gill
  • Greenfield
  • Heath
  • Lake Pleasant
  • Leverett
  • Millers Falls
  • Monroe Bridge
  • Montague
  • New Salem
  • Northfield
  • Orange
  • Rowe
  • Shelburne Falls
  • Shutesbury
  • South Deerfield
  • Sunderland
  • Turners Falls
  • Warwick
  • Wendell
  • Wendell Depot
  • Whately

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Hours, fees, requirements, and more for Franklin County

How do I get my forms?

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

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

Recording fees in Franklin County vary. Contact the recorder's office at (413) 772-0239 for current fees.

Questions answered? Let's get started!

Subcontractors, vendors, and design professionals involved in a work of improvement must send a special type of notice when they have not contracted directly with the original contractor or property owner and are working under another party. This preserves these individual's rights to a mechanic's lien while letting the owner know who is involved in the job and may have a later claim if unpaid.

In Massachusetts, a lien claimant without a direct contractual relationship with the original contractor, except for liens for labor, can only claim an amount of lien less than or equal to the amount due or to become due under the subcontract between the original contractor and the subcontractor whose work includes the work of the person claiming the lien. M.G.L. Ch. 254, 4. However, if the claimant files a Notice of Identification within thirty (30) days of commencement of his performance, lien rights are preserved for the full amount of services or materials expended. Id.

The Notice of Identification contains the following information: 1) contractor's name; 2) name of the party sending the notice; 3) whether the claimant is a subcontractor, vendor, or design professional; 4) name of the person contracted with; 5) name of the person or party furnished; 6) the property address where work is performed; and 7) the amount of the contract. Id. The Notice must be sent via certified mail, return receipt requested, to the original contractor within thirty (30) days of starting performance.

The amount stated in any such notice of identification shall not limit the amount of the lien. Id. Any inaccuracy in the naming of the contractor or other information in such notice shall not affect its validity provided there is actual notice. Id.

This article is provided for informational purposes only and should not be relied upon as a substitute for professional legal advice. If you have questions about the Notice of Identification, or any other issues related to lien laws in Massachusetts, please consult with an attorney.

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

This Notice of Identification meets all recording requirements specific to Franklin County.

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