Nevada Mechanic Lien Deadlines

General Contractors — 90-Day Mechanic Lien Filing Deadline

General contractors in Nevada must record a mechanic lien within 90 days after the completion of the work of improvement or the cessation of labor, whichever occurs first. The mechanic lien must be recorded in the office of the County Recorder in the county where the property is located.

The mechanic lien must contain a description of the property, the nature and amount of the claim, the name of the property owner, and a statement that the claimant provided a Notice of Right to Mechanic Lien before commencing work.

Subcontractors & Suppliers — 90-Day Mechanic Lien Filing Deadline

Subcontractors and material suppliers must also record their mechanic lien within 90 days after completion or cessation. The mechanic lien must include proof that the Notice of Right to Mechanic Lien was served upon the property owner within 31 days of first furnishing.

The mechanic lien claim must be verified and must include all information required by the statute. Failure to record the mechanic lien within the 90-day period will result in the loss of mechanic lien rights.

Determining Completion or Cessation

The 90-day mechanic lien filing period in Nevada runs from the earlier of the completion of the work of improvement or the cessation of labor. Completion is generally determined when the project is substantially finished and ready for its intended use. Cessation occurs when work stops for a continuous period.

Disputes over the completion or cessation date can significantly affect mechanic lien rights. Claimants should carefully document the progress of work and maintain records of the last date labor or materials were furnished.

Mechanic Lien Recording Requirements

The mechanic lien must be recorded in the office of the County Recorder in the county where the property is located. The mechanic lien document must comply with the statutory form requirements and must be verified by the claimant or the claimant's authorized agent.