Hampshire County Notice of Substantial Completion Form

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Hampshire County Notice of Substantial Completion Form

Hampshire 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.

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Hampshire County Notice of Substantial Completion Guide

Hampshire County Notice of Substantial Completion Guide

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Hampshire County Completed Example of the Notice of Substantial Completion Document

Hampshire County Completed Example of the Notice of Substantial Completion Document

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

Where to Record Your Documents

Hampshire Registry of Deeds

Address:
33 King St
Northampton, Massachusetts 01060

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

Phone: (413) 584-3637

Recording Tips for Hampshire County:
  • Verify all names are spelled correctly before recording
  • Ask if they accept credit cards - many offices are cash/check only
  • Avoid the last business day of the month when possible
  • Recording fees may differ from what's posted online - verify current rates
  • Request a receipt showing your recording numbers

Cities and Jurisdictions in Hampshire County

Properties in any of these areas use Hampshire County forms:

  • Amherst
  • Belchertown
  • Chesterfield
  • Cummington
  • Easthampton
  • Florence
  • Goshen
  • Granby
  • Hadley
  • Hatfield
  • Haydenville
  • Huntington
  • Leeds
  • Middlefield
  • North Amherst
  • North Hatfield
  • Northampton
  • Plainfield
  • South Hadley
  • Southampton
  • Ware
  • West Chesterfield
  • West Hatfield
  • Williamsburg
  • Worthington

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Hours, fees, requirements, and more for Hampshire County

How do I get my forms?

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

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

Recording fees in Hampshire County vary. Contact the recorder's office at (413) 584-3637 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 Hampshire County to use these forms. Documents should be recorded at the office below.

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

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