Escrow & Title
A mechanic's lien in Colorado may be filed by a contractor who has not been paid. To be effective against subsequent buyers, the mechanic's lien must be:
AVerbal notice given to the property owner
BFiled with the Colorado Real Estate Commission
CRecorded in the county records within the statutory time period✓ Correct
DApproved by the county building department
Explanation
A mechanic's lien in Colorado must be recorded in the county clerk and recorder's office within the statutory time period (typically 2-4 months depending on the type of work) to be valid against subsequent buyers and encumbrancers.
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