Stop Notice

What is a Stop Notice?

A Stop payment notice, is a verified written notice signed by the claimant which formally notifies the property owner that the claimant has not been paid for their labor, services, equipments, or materials provided to the construction project. A Stop Notice is delivered to the prime contractor or property owner, and demands that they withhold enough funds to pay your claim. If the property owner or prime contractor is in possession of funds at the time your stop notice is sent. They will be responsible for payment of your claim if they disburse those funds to other parties.

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Makes the owner accountable for your pending payment.

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Can be used as legal proof in a court of law.

Protects money that cannot be claimed through a Mechanic's Lien.

Acts as a priority claim to the payments released for the project.

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Stop Payment Notice States

Stop Notices can only be used in a minority of states. If your state does not accept them, you will be wasting your time and money in sending one.

Alaska Stop Notice

A stop notice can be sent in Alaska to interrupt the funding or money flow from the lender or owner to the project if you are not paid.

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Arizona Stop Notice

A stop notice can be sent in Arizona to interrupt the funding or money flow from the lender or owner to the project if you are not paid.

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California Stop Notice

A stop notice can be sent in California to interrupt the funding or money flow from the lender or owner to the project if you are not paid.

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Washington Stop Notice

A stop notice can be sent in Washington to interrupt the funding or money flow from the lender or owner to the project if you are not paid.

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How to send a Stop Payment Notice

Stop Notices are generally sent and not filed anywhere. They are usually sent to the owner of a property, the prime contractor, or the company that is financing the project.
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Different states have different requirements for how the notice must be sent, what it must include, and who must receive it. You also need to keep meticulous records of when the document was sent and received as it will not be recorded anywhere.
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‍Preparing and sending a notice can be a complex and lengthy process, and small mistakes can make the difference between getting paid or not.
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SunRay Construction Solutions does the legwork for you, so sending a notice couldn’t be easier. Simply fill in a Stop Notice form and we’ll do the rest for you.

SunRay’s research services will include the following:

Researching the property owner and the property description.

Recording the lien with the County Recorder.

Serving the filed lien to intended parties.

Our system allows you to track YOUR deadlines.

Retaining records of all notices in our database for easy future access.

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Stop Notice FAQs

Frequently asked questions on Stop Notice or Stop Payment Notice

What is a stop payment notice?

A Stop Payment Notice is a formal, written notice signed by the claimant that informs the property owner they have not been paid for their labor, services, equipment, or materials provided for the construction project.

How does the Stop Payment Notice process work?

When you send a Stop Payment Notice, the funds in question are held until it’s confirmed that all deadlines for initiating a lawsuit related to the notice have passed. Remember, the remedies provided by a Stop Payment Notice are in addition to other legal options you may have.

What are the deadlines for serving a Stop Payment Notice?

If a valid Notice of Completion or Notice of Cessation has been recorded, subcontractors or suppliers have 30 days from that date to serve the Stop Payment Notice. Meeting this deadline is essential to protect your rights and ensure your claim is valid.

Can I use a Stop Payment Notice in conjunction with other remedies?

Yes, you can use a Stop Payment Notice alongside a Mechanics Lien claim and/or a Payment Bond claim. These remedies are complementary and not mutually exclusive. This means that if there's an issue with your Mechanics Lien, you can still rely on a Stop Payment Notice or Payment Bond claim.

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