Maryland Lien Waiver Guide
Maryland accepts custom lien waiver forms. No statutory forms are mandated.
Key Information
Waiver Type
Non-Statutory
Filing Deadline
180 days from last work performed
Notice Requirements
Subcontractors must provide a notice of intent to claim a lien (Petition to Establish Lien).
Key Statutes
Md. Code Ann., Real Prop. §9-101 et seq.
Waiver Types in Maryland
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.
Maryland Lien Waiver Rules
Maryland does not mandate statutory waiver forms. Custom waivers are enforceable. Maryland's lien process involves filing a petition in court rather than recording a lien. This procedural difference makes proper waiver documentation especially important.
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