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Dekalb County Demand for Enforcement Form

Dekalb County Demand for Enforcement Form

Dekalb County Demand for Enforcement Form

Fill in the blank Demand for Enforcement form formatted to comply with all Tennessee recording and content requirements.

Validated 5/9/2025 Preview Form
Dekalb County Demand for Enforcement Guide

Dekalb County Demand for Enforcement Guide

Line by line guide explaining every blank on the form.

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Dekalb County Completed Example of the Demand for Enforcement Document

Dekalb County Completed Example of the Demand for Enforcement Document

Example of a properly completed form for reference.

Validated 3/18/2025 Preview Form

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

Where to Record Your Documents

Dekalb County Register of Deeds

Address:
Courthouse - 232 S Congress Blvd, Rm 101
Smithville, Tennessee 37166

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

Phone: (615) 597-4153

Recording Tips for Dekalb County:
  • Avoid the last business day of the month when possible
  • Bring extra funds - fees can vary by document type and page count
  • Make copies of your documents before recording - keep originals safe

Cities and Jurisdictions in Dekalb County

Properties in any of these areas use Dekalb County forms:

  • Alexandria
  • Dowelltown
  • Liberty
  • Smithville

How do I get my forms?

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

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

Recording fees in Dekalb County vary. Contact the recorder's office at (615) 597-4153 for current fees.

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Demand for Enforcement of a Mechanic's Lien in Tennessee

Liens can be trouble when placed on your property, especially if you're trying to sell or refinance. Regardless of the reason for the lien, there are steps an owner can take to speed up the time that the lien can be effective. In Tennessee, filing a Demand for Enforcement of a filed lien will accelerate the lien action, requiring the lien claimant to enforce the lien or forfeit it.

Upon written demand of the owner, the owner's agent, or prime contractor, served on the lienor, requiring the lienor to commence action to enforce the lienor's lien, and describing the real property in the demand, the action shall be commenced, or the claim filed in a creditors' or foreclosure proceeding, within sixty (60) days after service, or the lien shall be forfeited. Tenn. Prop. Code 66-11-130.

The Demand for Enforcement contains the following: 1) the lien claimant's name (including business name and entity type), 2) a description of the property bound under the lien, 3) date of the lien claim, and 4) amount of the claim. The person sending the document must complete a certificate of delivery that specifies the method of service and to whom it is directed. Serving the document to the lien claimant is effective to demand he or she enforce the lien within 60 days.

This article is provided for informational purposes only and should not be considered legal advice or relied upon as any substitute for speaking with an attorney. Please consult a Tennessee attorney familiar with construction law for any questions about the Demand for Enforcement or for any other issues regarding mechanic's liens.

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

This Demand for Enforcement meets all recording requirements specific to Dekalb County.

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