Allegheny County Subcontractor Preliminary Notice Form
Last validated November 2, 2026 by our Forms Development TeamFormatted for recording in Allegheny County, for property anywhere in the county: rural and unincorporated areas as well as Allison Park, Bairdford, Bakerstown, Bethel Park, Brackenridge, Braddock, Bradfordwoods, Bridgeville and 52 more.
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Allegheny County Subcontractor Preliminary Notice Form
Fill in the blank Subcontractor Preliminary Notice form formatted to comply with all Pennsylvania recording and content requirements.
Allegheny County Preliminary Notice Guide
Line by line guide explaining every blank on the form.
Allegheny County Completed Example of the Preliminary Notice Document
Example of a properly completed form for reference.
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Where to Record Your Documents
Department of Real Estate - County Office Building
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania 15219
Hours: 8:30 to 4:30 M-F
Phone: (412) 350-4226
Recording Tips for Allegheny County:
- Bring your driver's license or state-issued photo ID
- Ensure all signatures are in blue or black ink
- Ask about their eRecording option for future transactions
- Avoid the last business day of the month when possible
- Both spouses typically need to sign if property is jointly owned
Cities and Jurisdictions in Allegheny County
Properties in any of these areas use Allegheny County forms:
- Allison Park
- Bairdford
- Bakerstown
- Bethel Park
- Brackenridge
- Braddock
- Bradfordwoods
- Bridgeville
- Buena Vista
- Bunola
- Carnegie
- Cheswick
- Clairton
- Coraopolis
- Coulters
- Creighton
- Crescent
- Cuddy
- Curtisville
- Dravosburg
- Duquesne
- East Mc Keesport
- East Pittsburgh
- Elizabeth
- Gibsonia
- Glassport
- Glenshaw
- Greenock
- Harwick
- Homestead
- Imperial
- Indianola
- Ingomar
- Leetsdale
- Mc Kees Rocks
- Mckeesport
- Monroeville
- Morgan
- Natrona Heights
- North Versailles
- Oakdale
- Oakmont
- Pitcairn
- Pittsburgh
- Presto
- Rural Ridge
- Russellton
- Sewickley
- South Park
- Springdale
- Sturgeon
- Tarentum
- Turtle Creek
- Verona
- Warrendale
- West Elizabeth
- West Mifflin
- Wexford
- Wildwood
- Wilmerding
Hours, fees, requirements, and more for Allegheny County
How do I get my forms?
Forms are available for immediate download after payment. The Allegheny 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 Allegheny County?
Yes. Our form blanks are guaranteed to meet or exceed the applicable formatting requirements used for recording in Allegheny 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 Allegheny 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. The free Adobe Acrobat Reader is recommended, and most PDF apps also work. 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 Allegheny County?
Recording fees in Allegheny County vary. Contact the recorder's office at (412) 350-4226 for current fees.
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Pennsylvania Preliminary Notice Requirements for Subcontractors
Mechanic's Liens are governed by Title 49 of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes.
Preliminary notice by subcontractors is a required step to obtaining any lien. Notice also provides the owner with information regarding who is working on the property and to what extent they may claim a lien.
As with most other states, the mechanic's lien law in Pennsylvania requires subcontractors to serve preliminary notice on the property owner or general contractor unless the parties are under a direct contract. According to Section 501, no claim by a subcontractor, whether for erection or construction or for alterations or repairs, shall be valid unless, at least thirty (30) days before the filing, he shall have given to the owner a formal written notice of his intention to file a claim. 49 P.S. 501(c). The formal notice must state: (1) the name of the party claimant; (2) the name of the person with whom he contracted; (3) the amount claimed to be due; (4) the general nature and character of the labor or materials furnished; (5) the date of completion of the work for which his claim is made; (6) a brief description sufficient to identify the property claimed to be subject to the lien. Id.
The notice does not have to be verified or notarized, but the claimant or an authorized representative must sign it. There is no requirement to record the Notice either. It's advisable, however, to keep a copy, and deliver the original notice via USPS certified mail with delivery confirmation, to verify with the court or anyone else that notice was provided.
This article is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Contact an attorney with questions about the Subcontractor's Preliminary Notice, or any other issues related to mechanic's liens in Pennsylvania.
Important: Your property must be located in Allegheny County to use these forms. Documents should be recorded at the county recording office listed above.
This Subcontractor Preliminary Notice meets all recording requirements specific to Allegheny County.
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