New York Lien Waiver Form

New York Subcontractor Lien Waiver

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Lien waivers are critical in ensuring payments flow smoothly and protecting your business from claims and disputes. Whether you’re a subcontractor, supplier, or general contractor, Billy offers this free lien waiver form tailored for construction and easy to use.

What is a Subcontractor Lien Waiver?

A lien waiver is a document exchanged at the time of payment in construction to confirm that a contractor, subcontractor, or supplier waives the right to file a mechanics lien on the property once payment is received.

Who should use lien waivers?

General Contractors, subcontractors, suppliers, property owners, and anyone involved in the payment process should use lien waivers to avoid payment disputes and protect against future claims.

Download & Share Your New York Subcontractor Lien Waiver Form

Download and share our free, legally verified New York Lien Waiver template. Tailored for construction projects in New York, this fillable template helps you get paid faster by streamlining your compliance process and protecting your payment rights.

Ensure peace of mind with a properly executed lien waiver.

Filing Out and Sharing the Lien Waiver Form

1. When to Use: A lien waiver is typically issued when payment is made, whether at the end of a project, phase or after a progress payment. It proves that the subcontractor or contractor has received payment and waives the right to file a mechanics lien for that portion of the work.
2. Benefits for Property Owners & Contractors: Lien waivers protect property owners from future claims and ensure that payments are documented, promoting accountability. For contractors, they offer a clear payment record and help prevent payment disputes, creating a smoother process for managing compliance and claims.

Types of Lien Waivers and When to Use Them

Conditional Waiver on Final Payment

When to use it:
Use this when you’re expecting your last payment for the project but haven’t received any payment yet. This waiver says that you will give up your rights to lien only if you are paid.

Example:
You finished the project, and the property owner promises to pay you the final amount in a month. You sign the conditional waiver on final payment form to say you’ll give up lien rights once you get that payment.

Unconditional Waiver on Final Payment

When to use it:
Use this when you’ve already received your final payment. By signing this, you’re confirming that you’ve been paid in full and giving up your right to file a lien, no matter what (unconditional).

Example:
You made the last payment for the project and signed this waiver to officially close everything out. There will be no more liens because you’re fully paid!

Conditional Waiver on Progress Payment

When to use it:
Use this when you’re waiting for a progress payment (a partial payment for work done so far). This waiver says you’ll give up lien rights for the work already done only if you get paid.

Example:
You’re halfway through the project and expecting a payment. You sign this to say you’ll waive your lien rights for the first half once the payment arrives.

Unconditional Waiver on Progress Payment

When to use it:
Use this after you’ve already received a progress payment. By signing this, you’re confirming that you’ve been paid for that part of the work and will not file a lien for it.

Example:
You got paid for the first half of the project, so you sign this waiver to show you’ve been paid and won’t file a lien for that part of the work.

Have Questions?

We’re here to assist. Please contact our team if you need help managing certificates of insurance, warranty letters, lien waivers or understanding how to implement software on your construction projects. We’re ready to guide you through the process to ensure you comply with New York’s legal requirements.