Arizona Mechanics Lien

The Notice of Claim of Lien is Arizona’s mechanic’s lien. It must be filed within the time prescribed by law, and is generally available to any party who has not been paid on a construction project. “An exception” exists for owner-occupied residential structures. For these types of construction, only the party who contracted directly with the property owner can file a lien.

In addition, a claimant who has a right to lien may also file a Stop Notice. This liens the funds of the project, rather than the property as a whole. This may be filed in addition to the lien, or instead of the lien, depending on the claimant’s goals.