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Dauphin County Subcontractor Preliminary Notice Form

Dauphin County Subcontractor Preliminary Notice Form

Dauphin County Subcontractor Preliminary Notice Form

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

Document Last Validated 1/8/2025
Dauphin County Preliminary Notice Guide

Dauphin County Preliminary Notice Guide

Line by line guide explaining every blank on the form.

Document Last Validated 10/18/2024
Dauphin County Completed Example of the Preliminary Notice Document

Dauphin County Completed Example of the Preliminary Notice Document

Example of a properly completed form for reference.

Document Last Validated 5/7/2025

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

Where to Record Your Documents

Recorder of Deeds - County Courthouse
Address:
101 Market St, Rm 102
Harrisburg, Pennsylvania 17101

Hours: 8:00 to 4:30 M-F

Phone: (717) 780-6560

Recording Tips for Dauphin County:
  • Verify all names are spelled correctly before recording
  • Avoid the last business day of the month when possible
  • Ask about their eRecording option for future transactions
  • Recording early in the week helps ensure same-week processing
  • Bring multiple forms of payment in case one isn't accepted

Cities and Jurisdictions in Dauphin County

Properties in any of these areas use Dauphin County forms:

  • Berrysburg
  • Dauphin
  • Elizabethville
  • Grantville
  • Gratz
  • Halifax
  • Harrisburg
  • Hershey
  • Highspire
  • Hummelstown
  • Lykens
  • Middletown
  • Millersburg
  • Pillow
  • Wiconisco
  • Williamstown

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Hours, fees, requirements, and more for Dauphin County

How do I get my forms?

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

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

Recording fees in Dauphin County vary. Contact the recorder's office at (717) 780-6560 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 Dauphin County to use these forms. Documents should be recorded at the office below.

This Subcontractor Preliminary Notice meets all recording requirements specific to Dauphin County.

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