Escrow & Title
In Ohio, a 'satisfaction of lien' filed after a mechanic's lien is paid releases the lien from the property and:
AAutomatically restores the property to its pre-lien value
BRemoves the encumbrance from the public record, restoring clear title✓ Correct
CMust be approved by ODREPL before taking effect
DRequires the owner to pay an additional county fee
Explanation
A satisfaction of lien (or lien release) is recorded with the county recorder when a mechanic's lien has been paid, clearing the public record and removing the encumbrance from the title.
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