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New Jersey Lien Deadlines for Material Suppliers
New Jersey requires a Notice of Unpaid Balance and Right to File Lien within 60 days of last furnishing for residential projects.
Public date calculations cover Florida and Kansas. New Jersey dates require qualified review.
Risk context
New Jersey is High Risk for Suppliers
New Jersey has complex requirements for residential projects, including a Notice of Unpaid Balance (NUB) arbitration process that must be initiated within 60 days of last furnishing.
Deadline schedule
New Jersey Mechanics Lien Deadlines (Updated 2026)
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| Deadline Type | Timing | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Preliminary/Notice | Notice of Unpaid Balance — within 60 days of last furnishing (residential) | For residential projects (NUB). |
| Lien Filing | 90 days from last furnishing (non-residential) | For non-residential projects. |
| Enforcement | 1 year from last furnishing | Suit to enforce must be filed within 1 year. |
| Statutes | N.J.S.A. 2A:44A-1 et seq. |
Supplier pitfalls
Common Supplier Mistakes in New Jersey
Missing the NUB (Residential)
Failing to file the Notice of Unpaid Balance within 60 days on residential projects invalidates lien rights.
Late Lien Filing
For non-residential projects, the lien must be filed within 90 days of last furnishing.
Missing Enforcement Deadline
Enforcement must occur within 1 year from last furnishing.
Deadline calculator
Not Sure Which Deadline Applies?
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Common questions
Frequently Asked Questions
When must the lien be filed?
90 days from last furnishing (non-residential).
What is the enforcement period?
1 year from last furnishing.
What statutes apply?
N.J.S.A. 2A:44A-1 et seq.
When is the Notice of Unpaid Balance due?
Within 60 days of last furnishing (residential).
Important note