Michigan mechanics lien

Michigan Construction Lien Deadlines: The Notice of Furnishing, the Sworn Statement, and the 90-Day Claim of Lien

Michigan's Construction Lien Act runs on three documents that work together — the owner's Notice of Commencement, the subcontractor's Notice of Furnishing served within 20 days, and the Claim of Lien recorded within 90 days of last furnishing. Layered over them is the contractor's sworn statement, which controls how far a late Notice of Furnishing costs a claimant. This guide walks the Michigan Compiled Laws Act 497 of 1980 timeline a contractor or sub actually has to run.