Contracts & ExecutionQuestion 531 of 1605
An owner records a valid Notice of Completion 12 days after actual completion of the work under Civil Code §8182. What is the effect on the time direct contractors have to record a mechanics lien?
a.Direct contractors have 90 days from the recording of the Notice of Completion
b.Direct contractors lose all lien rights immediately upon recording
c.Direct contractors have 30 days because the Notice was not recorded within 15 days
d.The Notice of Completion is invalid because it must be recorded within 15 days after actual completion
Explanation
Under Civil Code §8182, a Notice of Completion must be recorded within 15 days after actual completion. A Notice recorded after the 15-day window has no effect on shortening lien deadlines, so the standard 90-day-from-completion deadline applies.
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