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Seward County Contractor Notice of Commencement Form

Seward County Contractor Notice of Commencement Form

Seward County Contractor Notice of Commencement Form

Fill in the blank Contractor Notice of Commencement form formatted to comply with all Nebraska recording and content requirements.

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Seward County Notice of Commencement Guide

Seward County Notice of Commencement Guide

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Seward County Completed Example of the Notice of Commencement Document

Seward County Completed Example of the Notice of Commencement Document

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

Where to Record Your Documents

Seward County Register of Deeds

Address:
Courthouse - 529 Seward St, Suite 205 / PO Box 190
Seward, Nebraska 68434

Hours: 8:00am to 5:00pm M-F

Phone: (402) 643-2883

Recording Tips for Seward County:
  • Documents must be on 8.5 x 11 inch white paper
  • White-out or correction fluid may cause rejection
  • Recorded documents become public record - avoid including SSNs
  • Avoid the last business day of the month when possible
  • Mornings typically have shorter wait times than afternoons

Cities and Jurisdictions in Seward County

Properties in any of these areas use Seward County forms:

  • Beaver Crossing
  • Bee
  • Cordova
  • Garland
  • Goehner
  • Milford
  • Pleasant Dale
  • Seward
  • Staplehurst
  • Utica

How do I get my forms?

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

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

Recording fees in Seward County vary. Contact the recorder's office at (402) 643-2883 for current fees.

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Notice of Commencement by a Party Other than an Owner

Construction liens are governed under the Nebraska Construction Lien Act, found at Sections 52-125 to 52-159 of the Nebraska Revised Statutes.

In most cases, the owner of the property being improved files a notice of commencement with the recording office for the county where the land is situated. Under Nebraska law, the notice of commencement required at the outset of a construction project can also be recorded by someone other than the property owner, such as a contractor or subcontractor.

If no notice of commencement is on record for an improvement, any claimant who is entitled to record a lien may record a notice of commencement clearly identified as such, stating:
(a) The real estate being or intended to be improved or directly benefited, with a description thereof sufficient for identification;
(b) The name and address of the contracting owner against whom the notice of commencement is effective;
(c) The name and address of the claimant recording the notice of commencement;
(d) The name and address of the person with whom the claimant contracted with respect to the improvement;
(e) A brief description of the services or materials provided, or to be provided, by the claimant for the improvement; and
(f) That if, after the notice of commencement is recorded, a lien is recorded as to an improvement covered by the notice of commencement, that lien has priority from the time the notice of commencement is recorded. Neb. Rev. Stat. 145(5)(a)-(f).

In addition to the statutory content requirements, the notice must meet all state and local standards for recorded documents.

A claimant recording a notice of commencement, on the same day it is recorded, must send an official copy to the contracting owner. Neb. Rev. Stat. 145(6). Best practices dictate that the claimant should send the notice to the owner via USPS certified mail or another method with delivery confirmation. The claimant is liable to the contracting owner for any damages caused by failure to comply with this subsection. Id. Notwithstanding any stated duration, the duration of the notice of commencement is one year after the recording. Neb. Rev. Stat. 145(7)(a).

This article is offered for informational purposes only and is not legal advice. This information not be relied upon as a substitute for speaking with an attorney. Please speak with an attorney familiar with construction lien laws for questions regarding recording a notice of commencement or any other issues related to liens in Nebraska.

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

This Contractor Notice of Commencement meets all recording requirements specific to Seward County.

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