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Barnstable County Notice of Substantial Completion Form

Barnstable County Notice of Substantial Completion Form

Barnstable County Notice of Substantial Completion Form

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

Document Last Validated 8/20/2025
Barnstable County Notice of Substantial Completion Guide

Barnstable County Notice of Substantial Completion Guide

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Document Last Validated 8/5/2025
Barnstable County Completed Example of the Notice of Substantial Completion Document

Barnstable County Completed Example of the Notice of Substantial Completion Document

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

Where to Record Your Documents

Barnstable County Registry of Deeds
Address:
3195 Main St / PO Box 368
Barnstable, Massachusetts 02630

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

Phone: (508) 362-7733

Recording Tips for Barnstable County:
  • Bring your driver's license or state-issued photo ID
  • Verify all names are spelled correctly before recording
  • Check that your notary's commission hasn't expired
  • Request a receipt showing your recording numbers
  • If mailing documents, use certified mail with return receipt

Cities and Jurisdictions in Barnstable County

Properties in any of these areas use Barnstable County forms:

  • Barnstable
  • Brewster
  • Buzzards Bay
  • Cataumet
  • Centerville
  • Chatham
  • Cotuit
  • Cummaquid
  • Dennis
  • Dennis Port
  • East Dennis
  • East Falmouth
  • East Orleans
  • East Sandwich
  • Eastham
  • Falmouth
  • Forestdale
  • Harwich
  • Harwich Port
  • Hyannis
  • Hyannis Port
  • Marstons Mills
  • Mashpee
  • Monument Beach
  • North Chatham
  • North Eastham
  • North Falmouth
  • North Truro
  • Orleans
  • Osterville
  • Pocasset
  • Provincetown
  • Sagamore
  • Sagamore Beach
  • Sandwich
  • Silver Beach
  • South Chatham
  • South Dennis
  • South Harwich
  • South Orleans
  • South Wellfleet
  • South Yarmouth
  • Truro
  • Wellfleet
  • West Barnstable
  • West Chatham
  • West Dennis
  • West Falmouth
  • West Harwich
  • West Hyannisport
  • West Yarmouth
  • Woods Hole
  • Yarmouth Port

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Hours, fees, requirements, and more for Barnstable County

How do I get my forms?

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

Yes. Our form blanks are guaranteed to meet or exceed all formatting requirements set forth by Barnstable 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 Barnstable 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 Barnstable County?

Recording fees in Barnstable County vary. Contact the recorder's office at (508) 362-7733 for current fees.

Questions answered? Let's get started!

In Massachusetts, a Notice of Substantial Completion must be filed or recorded with the registry of deeds upon or after the contract has reached substantial completion. M.G.L. Ch. 254, 2(a). "Substantial completion" occurs when the work under the written contract is sufficiently complete so that it can be occupied or utilized for its intended use. Id.

The Notice of Substantial Completion contains the date of the written contact, names of the owner and contractor, and a legal property description sufficient for identification. Id.

The owner also signs the Notice and states that he has served a copy of the Notice upon every person who has filed or recorded a Notice of Contract. Id

A copy of the Notice, indicating the date of filing or recording, must also be mailed by the owner, via certified mail with return receipt requested, to every person who has filed a Notice of Contract. Id. Additionally, the contractor must serve a copy to every person who has entered into a written contract directly with the contractor as well as to every person who has given a written Notice of Identification to the contractor. Id.

The failure of the owner or contractor to give notice of the filing or recording of the Notice of Substantial Completion to the persons entitled shall not prejudice the rights of any third parties who rely upon it in good faith and without actual knowledge of such failure of notice. Id.

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

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

This Notice of Substantial Completion meets all recording requirements specific to Barnstable County.

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