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Minnesota Private Time Frames

Step 1: Notice

Prime Contractors – If a written contract exists the prime provides written notice in the contract. If a written contract does not exist, within 10 days after the work or improvement is agreed upon. Click here for exceptions.
Commercial – Within 45 days from first furnishing. Click here for exceptions.
Residential - Within 45 day after first furnishing (see speed bumps).

Step 2: Lien

File within 120 days of last furnishing and send notice of the filing to the owner by certified mail.

Step 3: Foreclosure

Within 1 year of last furnishing.