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Bristol County Notice of Substantial Completion Form

Bristol County Notice of Substantial Completion Form

Bristol 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
Bristol County Notice of Substantial Completion Guide

Bristol County Notice of Substantial Completion Guide

Line by line guide explaining every blank on the form.

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

Bristol County Completed Example of the Notice of Substantial Completion Document

Example of a properly completed form for reference.

Document Last Validated 7/3/2025

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

Where to Record Your Documents

Bristol County Registry of Deeds, Fall River District
Address:
441 N. Main St
Fall River, Massachusetts 02722

Hours: 8:00 to 4:30 Mon-Fri / Recording until 4:00

Phone: (508) 673-2910

Bristol County Registry of Deeds, Northern District
Address:
11 Court St
Taunton, Massachusetts 02780

Hours: 8:00 to 4:30 Mon-Fri / Recording until 4:00

Phone: (508) 822-0502

Northern District - Attleboro location (no registered land)
Address:
75 Park St
Attleboro, Massachusetts 02703

Hours: 9:00 to 4:00 Mon-Fri / Recording until 3:30

Phone: (508) 455-6100

Bristol County Registry of Deeds, Southern District
Address:
25 N. 6th St
New Bedford, Massachusetts 02740

Hours: 8:00 to 4:30 Mon-Fri / Recording until 4:00

Phone: (508) 993-2603

Recording Tips for Bristol County:
  • White-out or correction fluid may cause rejection
  • Verify all names are spelled correctly before recording
  • Make copies of your documents before recording - keep originals safe
  • Recording fees may differ from what's posted online - verify current rates
  • Ask about their eRecording option for future transactions

Cities and Jurisdictions in Bristol County

Properties in any of these areas use Bristol County forms:

  • Acushnet
  • Assonet
  • Attleboro
  • Attleboro Falls
  • Berkley
  • Chartley
  • Dartmouth
  • Dighton
  • East Freetown
  • East Mansfield
  • East Taunton
  • Easton
  • Fairhaven
  • Fall River
  • Mansfield
  • New Bedford
  • North Attleboro
  • North Dartmouth
  • North Dighton
  • North Easton
  • Norton
  • Raynham
  • Raynham Center
  • Rehoboth
  • Seekonk
  • Somerset
  • South Dartmouth
  • South Easton
  • Swansea
  • Taunton
  • Westport
  • Westport Point

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Hours, fees, requirements, and more for Bristol County

How do I get my forms?

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

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

Recording fees in Bristol County vary. Contact the recorder's office at (508) 673-2910 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 Bristol County to use these forms. Documents should be recorded at the office below.

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

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The documents you receive here will meet, or exceed, the Bristol 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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