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Iowa Lien Waiver Guide

Iowa accepts custom lien waiver forms. No statutory forms are mandated.

Key Information

Waiver Type

Non-Statutory

Filing Deadline

90 days from last furnishing or completion of work

Notice Requirements

Subcontractors and suppliers must file a preliminary notice within 30 days of first furnishing.

Key Statutes

Iowa Code §572.1 et seq.

Waiver Types in Iowa

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.

Iowa Lien Waiver Rules

Iowa does not mandate statutory waiver forms. Custom waivers are used. Iowa requires preliminary notice for subcontractors, and failure to provide it can result in loss of lien rights. Lien waivers should reference the specific preliminary notice if applicable.

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