Rhode Island

Rhode Island notice of intention

In Rhode Island, every claimant, at any tier, must mail a Notice of Intention by registered or certified mail and record it in the land evidence records. It covers only work done within the 200 days before it is mailed and recorded, so on a long job give it early and repeat it as needed (R.I. Gen. Laws § 34-28-4). Separately, a contractor who deals directly with the owner (other than a material supplier) must give the owner a Notice of Possible Mechanic’s Lien before starting work, or it cannot claim a lien (§ 34-28-4.1).

Flat fee of $49. Your instructions say who receives it, how, and by when.

Rhode Island Claims

The Project

city or townProperty addressProperty ownerOwner’s mailing addressI contracted directly with the ownerWho hired you?Their mailing addressGeneral contractor on the jobGeneral contractor’s addressTax parcel numberLegal description, from the deed or recorded platWhat are you furnishing?First date of work or furnishing

You

Company legal nameYour mailing addressWho signsTheir titleEmailPhoneI understand this is self-service document preparation, not legal advice, and that serving this notice on time is my responsibility.

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