South Dakota Private Time Frames


Step 1: Notice
  • Prime Contractor: File Notice of Commencement within 30 days of first furnishing.
  • Subs/Suppliers: Serve Notice of Furnishing Labor and Materials on the contractor as soon as possible to trap unpaid funds but not later than 60 days after the last furnishing.

Step 2: Lien
  • Within 120 days of last furnishing.

Step 3: Foreclosure
  • Within 6 years of last furnishing, or within 30 days after service of a written demand to commence suit to enforce lien.