Shenandoah County Subcontractor Memorandum for Mechanics Lien Form
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Shenandoah County Subcontractor Memorandum for Mechanics Lien Form
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Where to Record Your Documents
Shenandoah Circuit Court Clerk
Woodstock, Virginia 22664-1423
Hours: Monday through Friday 9:00am – 5:00pm
Phone: (540) 459-6150
Recording Tips for Shenandoah County:
- Leave recording info boxes blank - the office fills these
- Bring extra funds - fees can vary by document type and page count
- Both spouses typically need to sign if property is jointly owned
- Ask about their eRecording option for future transactions
- Verify the recording date if timing is critical for your transaction
Cities and Jurisdictions in Shenandoah County
Properties in any of these areas use Shenandoah County forms:
- Basye
- Edinburg
- Fishers Hill
- Fort Valley
- Maurertown
- Mount Jackson
- New Market
- Orkney Springs
- Quicksburg
- Strasburg
- Toms Brook
- Woodstock
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Forms are available for immediate download after payment. The Shenandoah 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 Shenandoah County?
Yes. Our form blanks are guaranteed to meet or exceed the applicable formatting requirements used for recording in Shenandoah 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 Shenandoah County you only need to order once.
What do I need to use these forms?
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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 Shenandoah County?
Recording fees in Shenandoah County vary. Contact the recorder's office at (540) 459-6150 for current fees.
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Virginia Mechanic's Lien by a Subcontractor
In Virginia, a lien claimant may make a claim for a mechanic's lien by completing and recording a "Memorandum for Mechanic's Lien" document. There are separate versions of the Memorandum depending on whether the claimant is a contractor, subcontractor, or sub-subcontractor.
In general, a mechanic's lien claim is made when a property owner or other person in the chain has not paid the contractor or others owed payment. The lien works as a security device by placing an encumbrance on the property, which in turn prompts the property's owner to pay in order to remove the lien. Liens can also be sought against payment funds, for example, by preventing a contractor from being paid by the owner until the subcontractors are paid.
A general contractor must file a memorandum of lien at any time after the work is commenced or material furnished, but not later than 90 days from the last day of the month in which he last performs labor or furnishes material, and a maximum of 90 days from the time the work ends. Va. Code 43-4. The memorandum is then filed in the clerk's office in the county or city in which the property is located. Id.
The memorandum must show: (1) the name of the owner of the property, (2) the claimant of the lien, (3) the amount and consideration of the claim, (4) the time or times when the claim is or will be due and payable, (5) a verification by the oath of the claimant, or his agent, including a statement declaring his intention to claim the benefit of the lien, and (6) a brief description of the property. Id. It must also contain the claimant's license or certificate number issued by the Board for Contractors, if any, and the date such license or certificate was issued as well as the date such license or certificate expires. Id.
A subcontractor follows the same process as for a lien by a general contractor, plus additional entries for the general contractor's and property owner's names. In addition, the subcontractor must also give notice in writing to the owner of the property or his agent of the amount and character of his claim. Va. Code 43-7. The subcontractor's lien may not exceed the amount owed to the general contractor at the time the notice is given. Id.
In conclusion, a mechanic's lien is a powerful tool when used properly. By keeping track of key dates and parties in each construction job, contractors can protect their rights.
This article is provided for informational purposes only, and is not a substitute for the advice of an attorney. Please contact an attorney with any questions about filing a Virginia Memorandum for a Mechanic's Lien.
Important: Your property must be located in Shenandoah County to use these forms. Documents should be recorded at the office below.
This Subcontractor Memorandum for Mechanics Lien meets all recording requirements specific to Shenandoah County.
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