Below are the steps to follow when completing a Notice of Intent to Lien for Florida. Each one explains what information to include.
1. Date
Write in the date you plan to send the notice. This date is important as it will impact the timeframes required under Florida law.
2. Property Owner Details
Fill in the property owner's full legal name and their complete mailing address. You have to spell this exactly as it appears in the public property records.
3. General Contractor Information
If a general contractor worked on the project, fill in the contractor's full legal name and mailing address in the "Cc" section. If there was no general contractor, you can leave this section blank.
4. Reference Line
On the "Re:" line, jot down a short reference to the project - this could be the project name, property address, or an internal invoice or job number.
5. Property Details
Give both the street address and the legal description of the property. The legal description can be found on the property deed or through the county property appraiser's office.
6. Sender & Amount Owed
In the body of the form, put in the name of the person or business sending the notice.
State the amount the owner owes for labor, services, or materials. Make sure that the figure matches the amounts on your invoices & supporting documents.
7. Sign the Notice
Complete the signature section with your name, title, phone number & email address.
8. The Certificate of Service
Record the date of service, list the recipient's name and address, and pick a delivery method. Sign the certificate to confirm proper service.
After you've finished filling out the Notice of Intent to Lien (Florida template), send it using a suitable method and keep copies for your records.
