Ohio Lien Waiver Guide
Ohio accepts custom lien waiver forms. No statutory forms are mandated.
Key Information
Waiver Type
Non-Statutory
Filing Deadline
60 days from last furnishing labor or materials (75 days for residential)
Notice Requirements
Subcontractors must serve a Notice of Furnishing within 21 days of first furnishing.
Key Statutes
Ohio Rev. Code §1311.01 et seq.
Waiver Types in Ohio
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.
Ohio Lien Waiver Rules
Ohio does not mandate statutory waiver forms. Custom waivers are enforceable. Ohio's Notice of Furnishing requirement for subcontractors is strictly enforced. Ohio also has a Notice of Commencement system. Lien waivers should reference the specific project and Notice of Commencement.
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