20 Essential Facts About Florida Notices of Commencement (NOC)
Understand how a Florida Notice of Commencement (NOC) works and why it’s critical to securing lien rights. Here are 20 essential legal facts contractors and property owners must know.
Notice to Owner in Florida: When and How to Serve It
If you’re working on a construction project in Florida and don’t have a direct contract with the property owner, Florida law may require you to serve a Notice to Owner (NTO) to preserve your right to file a lien. This requirement, found in Florida Statutes Chapter 713, is strict: missing the deadline or serving it improperly can eliminate your ability to enforce payment—even if the owner knows you’re involved in the project.
Common Mistakes That Invalidate a Construction Lien in Florida
A construction lien is one of the most powerful legal tools available to contractors, subcontractors, material suppliers, and equipment rental companies to ensure they get paid. But Florida’s Construction Lien Law (Chapter 713, Florida Statutes) imposes strict requirements—one misstep and your lien may be unenforceable.