Utah Acknowledgment of Satisfaction

Releasing a Utah Lien after Full Payment with an Acknowledgment of Satisfaction

In Utah, mechanic's liens are governed under Title 38, Chapter 1A of the Utah Code.

Once a construction lien is in place, the owner of the property might be inclined to make a full and final payment in exchange for releasing the lien. After the full amount owed under a preconstruction or construction lien, including costs and cancellation fees, have been paid, a person interested in the property that is the subject of the lien may request the claimant to submit for recording with the office of each applicable county recorder a cancellation of the lien. Utah Code Ann. 38-1A-803(1).

Within 10 days after receiving a request, the claimant shall submit to the office of each applicable county recorder a cancellation of the preconstruction or construction lien, as applicable. Utah Code Ann. 38-1A-803(2). A claimant who fails to submit a cancellation within the time prescribed is liable to the person who requested the cancellation for $100.00 for each day after the time prescribed that the cancellation is not submitted, or the person's actual damages, whichever is greater. Utah Code Ann. 38-1A-803(3).

This article is provided for informational purposes only and should not be relied upon as a substitute for advice from an attorney. Please contact a Utah attorney with any questions regarding construction liens including lien releases.