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Indiana Lien Deadlines for Material Suppliers
Indiana requires notice within 60 days of first furnishing for residential owner-occupied new construction.
Public date calculations cover Florida and Kansas. Indiana dates require qualified review.
Risk context
Indiana is High Risk for Suppliers
For residential owner-occupied new construction, notice is due within 60 days of first furnishing. Lien filing is also 60 days on 1–2 unit residential projects.
Deadline schedule
Indiana Mechanics Lien Deadlines (Updated 2026)
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| Deadline Type | Timing | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Preliminary/Notice | Within 60 days of first furnishing | For residential owner-occupied new construction. |
| Lien Filing | 60 days on 1–2 unit residential projects | Must file lien by 60 days on 1–2 unit residential projects. |
| Enforcement | 1 year from date lien received for recording | Suit to enforce must be filed within 1 year. |
| Statutes | IC 32-28-3-1; IC 32-28-3-3; IC 32-28-3-6; IC 32-28-3-10 |
Supplier pitfalls
Common Supplier Mistakes in Indiana
Missing Preliminary Notice
Failing to send the required preliminary notice is the most common reason suppliers lose their lien rights in Indiana.
Late Lien Filing
The lien must be filed by the specific deadline. Even one day late invalidates the lien.
Missing Enforcement Deadline
Enforcement must occur within the statutory period after filing.
Deadline calculator
Not Sure Which Deadline Applies?
Use this Indiana guide and collect your project facts for qualified review.
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Common questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What notices are required?
For residential owner-occupied new construction, notice is due within 60 days of first furnishing.
When must the lien be filed?
60 days on 1–2 unit residential projects.
What is the enforcement period?
1 year from date lien received for recording.
What statutes apply?
IC 32-28-3-1; IC 32-28-3-3; IC 32-28-3-6; IC 32-28-3-10
Important note