Rhode Island Lien Waiver Guide
Rhode Island 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 (200 days for certain projects)
Notice Requirements
No preliminary notice required.
Key Statutes
R.I. Gen. Laws §34-28-1 et seq.
Waiver Types in Rhode Island
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.
Rhode Island Lien Waiver Rules
Rhode Island does not mandate statutory waiver forms. Custom waivers are accepted. Rhode Island's lien statute provides standard protections for contractors and subcontractors. Waivers should be clearly tied to specific payments.
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