Norfolk County Notice of Substantial Completion Form

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Norfolk County Notice of Substantial Completion Form

Norfolk 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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Norfolk County Notice of Substantial Completion Guide

Norfolk County Notice of Substantial Completion Guide

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Norfolk County Completed Example of the Notice of Substantial Completion Document

Norfolk County Completed Example of the Notice of Substantial Completion Document

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

Where to Record Your Documents

Norfolk County Registry of Deeds

Address:
649 High St
Dedham, Massachusetts 02026-0069

Hours: 8:30 to 4:30 M-F / Recording: 9:00 to 4:00

Phone: (781) 461-6101

Recording Tips for Norfolk County:
  • Verify all names are spelled correctly before recording
  • Documents must be on 8.5 x 11 inch white paper
  • Bring extra funds - fees can vary by document type and page count
  • Recording fees may differ from what's posted online - verify current rates
  • Verify the recording date if timing is critical for your transaction

Cities and Jurisdictions in Norfolk County

Properties in any of these areas use Norfolk County forms:

  • Avon
  • Babson Park
  • Bellingham
  • Braintree
  • Brookline
  • Brookline Village
  • Canton
  • Cohasset
  • Dedham
  • Dover
  • East Walpole
  • East Weymouth
  • Foxboro
  • Franklin
  • Holbrook
  • Medfield
  • Medway
  • Millis
  • Milton
  • Milton Village
  • Needham
  • Needham Heights
  • Norfolk
  • North Weymouth
  • Norwood
  • Plainville
  • Quincy
  • Randolph
  • Sharon
  • Sheldonville
  • South Walpole
  • South Weymouth
  • Stoughton
  • Walpole
  • Wellesley
  • Wellesley Hills
  • Westwood
  • Weymouth
  • Wrentham

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Hours, fees, requirements, and more for Norfolk County

How do I get my forms?

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

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

Recording fees in Norfolk County vary. Contact the recorder's office at (781) 461-6101 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 Norfolk County to use these forms. Documents should be recorded at the office below.

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

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