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North Dakota mechanics lien deadlines for contractors

A plain-English summary of how a contractor, subcontractor or supplier protects payment with a mechanics lien in North Dakota. Last checked 2026-10-05. This is general information, not legal advice. Verify with your attorney before you rely on any deadline.

The rules at a glance

  • Who: anyone improving real estate under contract (NDCC 35-27-02)
  • NTO: notice of intent by certified mail at least 10 days before recording (35-27-02(4)). NOC: none
  • Claim: 90 days after all contribution (35-27-13). Foreclosure: suit + lis pendens within 3 years (35-27-25)
  • Waiver forms: none. Residential: none found

Source and last verified

Official source: https://ndlegis.gov/cencode/t35c27.pdf. Last verified 2026-10-05. Deadlines often differ for residential and commercial projects and change when the law changes. Verify with your attorney.

How BossHours helps

BossHours loads state rules into the app and shows a verify-with-your-attorney note beside each one, so notices and waivers are prepared from your job records. It does not give legal advice.

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North Dakota mechanics lien deadlines for contractors