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Connecticut Lien Deadlines for Material Suppliers
Connecticut requires a "Notice of Unpaid Lien" to be provided to the owner before filing a lien if you don't have a direct contract.
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Connecticut is High Risk for Suppliers
Connecticut is High Risk for Suppliers You must serve a "Notice of Intent" within 90 days after ceasing work. This coincides with the lien filing deadline.
Connecticut Lien Deadlines
| Deadline Type | Timing | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Preliminary/Notice | "Notice of Intent" — within 90 days after ceasing work | Required. |
| Lien Filing | 90 days from last furnishing | Must file lien by 90 days from last furnishing. |
| Enforcement | 1 year after recording lien | Suit to enforce must be filed within 1 year. |
| Statutes | Conn. Gen. Stat. §49-33; §49-34; §49-35; §49-39 |
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Connecticut Lien Deadlines
Deadline Type Timing Details Preliminary/Notice "Notice of Intent" — within 90 days after ceasing work Required. Lien Filing 90 days from last furnishing Must file lien by 90 days from last furnishing. Enforcement 1 year after recording lien Suit to enforce must be filed within 1 year. Statutes Conn. Gen. Stat. §49-33; §49-34; §49-35; §49-39
Missing Preliminary Notice
Failing to send the required preliminary notice is the most common reason suppliers lose their lien rights in Connecticut.
Late Lien Filing
The lien must be filed by the specific deadline. Even one day late invalidates the lien.
Missing Enforcement Deadline
Enforcement must occur within the statutory period after filing.
What notices are required?
A "Notice of Intent" is required within 90 days after ceasing work.
When must the lien be filed?
90 days from last furnishing.
What is the enforcement period?
1 year after recording lien.
What statutes apply?
Conn. Gen. Stat. §49-33; §49-34; §49-35; §49-39
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Frequently Asked Questions
Missing Preliminary Notice
Failing to send the required preliminary notice is the most common reason suppliers lose their lien rights in Connecticut.
Late Lien Filing
The lien must be filed by the specific deadline. Even one day late invalidates the lien.
What notices are required?
A "Notice of Intent" is required within 90 days after ceasing work.
When must the lien be filed?
90 days from last furnishing.
What is the enforcement period?
1 year after recording lien.
What statutes apply?
Conn. Gen. Stat. §49-33; §49-34; §49-35; §49-39
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