Florida Preliminary Notice Guide
A Quick Reference for Contractors, Subcontractors & Material Suppliers
Introduction
Florida requires most parties without a direct contract with the owner to serve a Notice to Owner.
Who Must Send a Preliminary Notice?
- Subcontractors
- Material Suppliers
- Equipment Rental Companies
- Labor Providers
Who Receives the Notice?
- Property Owner
- General Contractor
- Construction Lender
Key Deadlines
Requirement | Deadline |
Notice to Owner | 45 days |
Mechanics Lien | 90 days |
Lien Enforcement | 1 year |
Frequently Asked Questions
Notice required?
Yes.
What is NTO?
Florida’s preliminary notice.
Recipients?
Owner, contractor, lender.
45-day deadline?
Yes.
Residential?
Yes.
Commercial?
Yes.
Suppliers?
Yes.
Caprenos?
Yes.
How Caprenos Can Help
Caprenos assists contractors, subcontractors, suppliers, and construction professionals with preliminary notice preparation and deadline tracking.
Disclaimer: All timelines, deadlines, and legal requirements provided are for informational purposes only, may vary based on applicable law and project-specific circumstances, and should always be confirmed with a qualified attorney.