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Lehigh County Notice of Commencement Form

Lehigh County Notice of Commencement Form

Lehigh County Notice of Commencement Form

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

Document Last Validated 4/24/2025
Lehigh County Notice of Commencement Guide

Lehigh County Notice of Commencement Guide

Line by line guide explaining every blank on the form.

Document Last Validated 8/15/2025
Lehigh County Completed Example of the Notice of Commencement Document

Lehigh County Completed Example of the Notice of Commencement Document

Example of a properly completed form for reference.

Document Last Validated 8/8/2025

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

Where to Record Your Documents

Recorder of Deeds - Courthouse
Address:
455 W Hamilton St, Rm 122
Allentown, Pennsylvania 18101-2400

Hours: 8:00am to 4:30pm Mon-Fri / Until 3:45pm for documents requiring PIN #

Phone: (610) 782-3162

Recording Tips for Lehigh County:
  • Both spouses typically need to sign if property is jointly owned
  • Avoid the last business day of the month when possible
  • Leave recording info boxes blank - the office fills these
  • Have the property address and parcel number ready

Cities and Jurisdictions in Lehigh County

Properties in any of these areas use Lehigh County forms:

  • Alburtis
  • Allentown
  • Bethlehem
  • Breinigsville
  • Catasauqua
  • Center Valley
  • Coopersburg
  • Coplay
  • East Texas
  • Emmaus
  • Fogelsville
  • Germansville
  • Laurys Station
  • Limeport
  • Macungie
  • Neffs
  • New Tripoli
  • Old Zionsville
  • Orefield
  • Schnecksville
  • Slatedale
  • Slatington
  • Trexlertown
  • Whitehall
  • Zionsville

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Hours, fees, requirements, and more for Lehigh County

How do I get my forms?

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

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

Recording fees in Lehigh County vary. Contact the recorder's office at (610) 782-3162 for current fees.

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As a Pennsylvania property owner, should I file a Notice of Commencement?

Mechanic's Liens are governed by Title 49 of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes.

In Pennsylvania, an owner may file an OPTIONAL Notice of Commencement with the Directory of General Services (DGS) registry. The purpose of filing the Notice of Commencement is to provide all the relevant information necessary for a subcontractor or supplier to file a Notice of Furnishing. 501.3.

Prior to the commencement of labor or the furnishing of materials for a searchable project that may give rise to a mechanics' lien under the mechanic's lien code, the searchable project owner or agent of the searchable project owner may file a Notice of Commencement with the directory. 501.3(a)(1). The contractor can also act as the owner's agent and file the Notice of Commencement if the contract provides. 501.3(a)(2).

Filing a Notice of Commencement triggers the requirement for a subcontractor or supplier on the job to serve you with a Notice of Furnishing within 45 days. 501.3(b)(1).

Section 501.3(a)(3) states that the Notice of Commencement must include the following information:
1) Name, street address, and e-mail address of the general contractor.
2) Name and location of the project.
3) County in which the project is located.
4) Legal description of the property, including all its tax-parcel identifying numbers.
5) Name, address, and e-mail address of the owner of the property and (if different) of the project.
6) If applicable, the name, address, and e-mail address of a surety for performance and payment bonds.

Upon receipt of a Notice of Commencement, the Directory will assign a unique identifying notice to it. 501.1(e)(1). Additionally, the Notice must be posted at the worksite and the owner must take reasonable steps during construction to ensure the notice remains posted and available for view. 501.3(a)(4). The project owner and contractor must also make reasonable efforts to ensure that a copy of the Notice of Commencement is included in all contract documents that are provided to subcontractors who awarded work on the project. 501.3(a)(5).

This article is provided for informational purposes only and is not intended to substitute for the advice of an attorney. If you have any questions about filing a Notice of Commencement or any other issue with Pennsylvania mechanic's liens, contact an attorney familiar with construction or lien law.

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

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

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