This form is a sample letter in Word format covering the subject matter of the title of the form.
This form is a sample letter in Word format covering the subject matter of the title of the form.
Notices of Commencement are required in Michigan, and they must be filed by "the owner or lessee contracting for the improvements."
Typically, the property owner or GC is responsible for filing or recording this notice. Unlike other construction notices (such as the preliminary notice), the Notice of Commencement is: Recorded: These notices are filed with the county recorder offices in the county where the construction project is located.
(5) An owner, lessee, or designee required to provide a notice of commencement under this section, within 10 days after the date of mailing of a written request by certified mail from a contractor, subcontractor, supplier, or laborer, shall prepare and provide a copy of the notice of commencement, with an attached ...
The property owner must sign the Notice of Commencement. If there are multiple property owners, the NOC may only require one signature, but it is recommended that all legally registered property owners add their signatures, as well. In some states, you will also need to have the form notarized.
It must be filed and posted prior to commencing work. The information provided in the document includes the contractor's name and address, the property owner's name and address, the type of work to be performed, and the project's commencement and completion dates.
Michigan statutes state that a Michigan notice of commencement must be filed: “in the office of the register of deeds for each county in which the real property to be improved” and that “the owner, lessee, or designee shall post and keep posted a copy of the notice of commencement in a conspicuous place on the real ...
As per the Michigan Construction Lien Act, general contractors are required to provide a list of all subcontractors and suppliers, if requested. Any party who does not have a direct contract with the real property owner (or the owner's agent) MUST provide a Notice of Furnishing.