Colorado Lien Waiver Guide
Colorado accepts custom lien waiver forms. No statutory forms are mandated.
Key Information
Waiver Type
Non-Statutory
Filing Deadline
2 months for subcontractors; 4 months for principal contractors from last furnishing
Notice Requirements
No preliminary notice for principal contractors. Subcontractors must file a notice of intent to file a lien at least 10 days before filing.
Key Statutes
Colo. Rev. Stat. §38-22-101 et seq.
Waiver Types in Colorado
Conditional Waiver on Progress Payment
Waives lien rights for a specific progress payment, but only upon actual receipt of payment. Protects the claimant if the check bounces or payment fails.
Unconditional Waiver on Progress Payment
Immediately and unconditionally waives lien rights for a specific progress payment amount, regardless of whether payment has actually been received.
Conditional Waiver on Final Payment
Waives all lien rights upon receipt of the final payment. The waiver is conditioned on actual receipt of the specified final payment amount.
Unconditional Waiver on Final Payment
Immediately and unconditionally waives all lien rights. This is the most comprehensive waiver and should only be signed after final payment is confirmed in your account.
Colorado Lien Waiver Rules
Colorado does not mandate statutory waiver forms. Custom waivers are generally enforceable. However, advance waivers (before work begins) are not enforceable under Colorado law. Waivers must be supported by consideration (actual payment).
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