Are pre-notices for an Arkansas Mechanics Lien Claim required?
Yes. Ten days prior to the filing of an Arkansas mechanics lien claim, a lien claimant must give the owner, or the owners agent, or both of them notice that a mechanics lien claim is going to be filed. On 1 to 3 family residential projects, prior to the furnishing of materials or labor, the principal contractor must provide the owner with a formalized notice that materials and labor will be used in the construction of the project and the owner is responsible for payment. Suppliers on commercial construction projects must send written notice of non-payment to the general contractor and the owner within 75 days of the date on which the supplies were provided. This notice does not apply to residential projects.
