Arkansas Lien Waiver Guide
Arkansas accepts custom lien waiver forms. No statutory forms are mandated.
Key Information
Waiver Type
Non-Statutory
Filing Deadline
120 days from last furnishing labor or materials
Notice Requirements
No preliminary notice required for general contractors. Subcontractors on residential projects must give notice.
Key Statutes
Ark. Code Ann. §18-44-101 et seq.
Waiver Types in Arkansas
Conditional Waiver on Progress Payment
Waives lien rights for a specific progress payment, but only upon actual receipt of payment. Protects the claimant if the check bounces or payment fails.
Unconditional Waiver on Progress Payment
Immediately and unconditionally waives lien rights for a specific progress payment amount, regardless of whether payment has actually been received.
Conditional Waiver on Final Payment
Waives all lien rights upon receipt of the final payment. The waiver is conditioned on actual receipt of the specified final payment amount.
Unconditional Waiver on Final Payment
Immediately and unconditionally waives all lien rights. This is the most comprehensive waiver and should only be signed after final payment is confirmed in your account.
Arkansas Lien Waiver Rules
Arkansas does not have statutory waiver forms. Custom waivers are enforceable if they clearly state the terms. Contractors should specify the project, payment amount, and scope of the waiver. Broad blanket waivers signed before work begins may be unenforceable.
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