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The document is a Preliminary 20-Day Notice required by California Civil Code, informing property owners, prime contractors, and construction lenders that a claimant has provided or will provide labor, services, equipment, or materials for a construction project. It emphasizes the importance of ensuring payment to avoid potential liens on the property, regardless of payments made to contractors. The notice also outlines legal obligations regarding notices of cessation or completion and includes a proof of service affidavit.

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Click ‘Get Form’ to open the Preliminary Notice in the editor.
Begin by filling in the 'Notice To' section. Enter the name and address of the property owner, prime contractor, and construction lender as required.
In the 'Notice From (Claimant)' section, provide your name, address, and phone number to identify yourself as the claimant.
Describe the labor, services, equipment, or materials you have provided or will provide in the designated area. Be specific about what has been contracted.
Indicate who hired you by filling in their name and address in the corresponding section.
Estimate the total price for your services and enter this amount in the specified field.
Complete any additional sections regarding notices to property owners and proof of service affidavit as necessary.

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What is the purpose of a California preliminary notice?

The Preliminary Notice If you receive a Preliminary Notice, dont panic. The preliminary notice isnt a lien; it is a notice that a subcontractor or supplier has provided or will be providing goods and/or services to improve your property and could file a lien claim if he/she is not paid.

What is a preliminary notice?

Pre-lien (preliminary) notice: This notice should be submitted at the start of every project, typically within a specified time frame after the subcontractor begins work or delivers materials. It serves as a formal notification of the subcontractors involvement and their intent to protect their right to payment.

What is the difference between temporary and preliminary notices?

A Preliminary notice (P-notice) - an activity or condition that will become permanent and will result in a chart revision. A P-notice will always be followed later by a notice of effect. A Temporary notice (T-notice) - conditions that will not become permanent.

What is document preliminary services?

A preliminary notice, also called a prelim or pre-lien, is a legal document that contractors, subcontractors, and material suppliers send to inform key stakeholders of their involvement in a construction project.