Plymouth County Notice of Substantial Completion Form

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Plymouth County Notice of Substantial Completion Form

Plymouth 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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Plymouth County Notice of Substantial Completion Guide

Plymouth County Notice of Substantial Completion Guide

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Plymouth County Completed Example of the Notice of Substantial Completion Document

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

Where to Record Your Documents

Plymouth - Main Office with Land Court

Address:
50 Obery St
Plymouth, Massachusetts 02360

Hours: 8:15 to 4:30 M-F / Recording until 4:00

Phone: (508) 830-9200

Brockton Satellite Office

Address:
155 West Elm St
Brockton, Massachusetts 02301

Hours: 8:30 to 12:00 & 12:45 to 4:15 M-F / Recording until 4:00

Phone: (508) 830-9200

Rockland Satellite Office

Address:
900 Hingham St
Rockland, Massachusetts 02370

Hours: 8:30 to 12:00 & 12:45 to 4:15 M-F / Recording until 4:00

Phone: (508) 830-9200

Recording Tips for Plymouth County:
  • Bring your driver's license or state-issued photo ID
  • Request a receipt showing your recording numbers
  • Bring extra funds - fees can vary by document type and page count
  • Avoid the last business day of the month when possible
  • Leave recording info boxes blank - the office fills these

Cities and Jurisdictions in Plymouth County

Properties in any of these areas use Plymouth County forms:

  • Abington
  • Accord
  • Brant Rock
  • Bridgewater
  • Brockton
  • Bryantville
  • Carver
  • Duxbury
  • East Bridgewater
  • East Wareham
  • Elmwood
  • Green Harbor
  • Greenbush
  • Halifax
  • Hanover
  • Hanson
  • Hingham
  • Hull
  • Humarock
  • Kingston
  • Lakeville
  • Manomet
  • Marion
  • Marshfield
  • Marshfield Hills
  • Mattapoisett
  • Middleboro
  • Minot
  • Monponsett
  • North Carver
  • North Marshfield
  • North Pembroke
  • North Scituate
  • Norwell
  • Ocean Bluff
  • Onset
  • Pembroke
  • Plymouth
  • Plympton
  • Rochester
  • Rockland
  • Scituate
  • South Carver
  • Wareham
  • West Bridgewater
  • West Wareham
  • White Horse Beach
  • Whitman

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Hours, fees, requirements, and more for Plymouth County

How do I get my forms?

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

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

Recording fees in Plymouth County vary. Contact the recorder's office at (508) 830-9200 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 Plymouth County to use these forms. Documents should be recorded at the office below.

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

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