Karnes County Request for Information from Original Contractor Form

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Karnes County Request for Information from Original Contractor Form

Karnes County Request for Information from Original Contractor Form

Fill in the blank Request for Information from Original Contractor form formatted to comply with all Texas recording and content requirements.

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Karnes County Request for Information from Original Contractor Guide

Karnes County Request for Information from Original Contractor Guide

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

Where to Record Your Documents

Karnes County Clerk Office

Address:
210 W Calvert, Suite 100
Karnes City, Texas 78118

Hours: Monday-Friday 8am-12, 1-5pm / Fridays until 4:30pm

Phone: (830) 780-3938

Recording Tips for Karnes County:
  • Ask if they accept credit cards - many offices are cash/check only
  • Leave recording info boxes blank - the office fills these
  • Make copies of your documents before recording - keep originals safe
  • Avoid the last business day of the month when possible
  • Recorded documents become public record - avoid including SSNs

Cities and Jurisdictions in Karnes County

Properties in any of these areas use Karnes County forms:

  • Ecleto
  • Falls City
  • Gillett
  • Hobson
  • Karnes City
  • Kenedy
  • Panna Maria
  • Runge

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Hours, fees, requirements, and more for Karnes County

How do I get my forms?

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

Yes. Our form blanks are guaranteed to meet or exceed the applicable formatting requirements used for recording in Karnes 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 Karnes 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 Karnes County?

Recording fees in Karnes County vary. Contact the recorder's office at (830) 780-3938 for current fees.

Questions answered? Let's get started!

The Request for Information from Original Contractor is a form letter used to obtain information from the contractor regarding the identity of persons furnished with labor or materials, whether a payment bond has been posted, and project dates.

Under TEX. PROP. CODE 53.159(b), upon a written request, an original contractor who furnished work under the original contract shall furnish to the person the following information within a reasonable time, but not later than the 10th day after the date the request is received:
(1) The name and last known address of the person to whom the original contractor furnished labor or materials for the construction project;
(2) Whether the original contractor has furnished or has been furnished a payment bond for any of the work on the construction project and if so, the name and last known address of the surety and a copy of the bond; and
(3) The date on which the original contract for the project was executed.

Serve the form to the original contractor through certified U.S. Mail with return receipt requested. It does not need to be verified or notarized. Note that if the requester is not in direct contractual relationship with the contractor on the project, that person may require payment of the actual costs in producing the information which cannot exceed $25.00. TEX. PROP. CODE 53.159(e). Therefore, some individuals choose to enclose a check with the request form, up to $25.00.

If the original contractor fails to furnish the required information, he or she may be liable for reasonable and necessary costs incurred in procuring the requested information. TEX. PROP. CODE 53.159(f).

Each case is unique, and the Texas lien law is complex. Contact an attorney for complex situations, with specific questions about requesting information about a construction project, or any other issues related to mechanic's liens.

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

This Request for Information from Original Contractor meets all recording requirements specific to Karnes County.

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