Arizona's booming construction sector, from Phoenix expansions to Tucson developments, requires strict adherence to statutory deadlines. MyCrewTracker empowers Arizona contractors to manage their project documentation in the cloud, safeguarding their lien rights.
Preliminary 20-Day Notice
In Arizona, protecting your right to get paid starts on day one. Under A.R.S. § 33-992.01, subcontractors, material suppliers, and laborers must serve a Preliminary 20-Day Notice within 20 days of first furnishing labor, professional services, materials, machinery, fixtures, or tools to the job site.
Missing this 20-day window limits your lien rights only to the work provided in the 20 days preceding a late notice. MyCrewTracker's Daily Reports give Arizona field teams a simple way to date-stamp their first day on the job, ensuring the back office tracks the deadline and securely archives the certified mail receipt via Quick Docs.
Arizona Prompt Pay Act
Cash flow is protected under A.R.S. § 32-1129. Once an owner approves a billing or estimate, they generally must pay the direct contractor within 7 days. Subsequently, the contractor must pay their subcontractors within 7 days of receiving those funds.
To leverage these statutory protections, contractors must maintain flawless records of invoice submission and approval dates. MyCrewTracker provides a centralized repository for Arizona construction teams to store payment applications, lien waivers, and communication logs to demonstrate strict compliance.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions in Arizona
What is the Arizona Preliminary 20-Day Notice?
Under A.R.S. § 33-992.01, a Preliminary 20-Day Notice is a mandatory document that subcontractors and suppliers must serve on the owner, general contractor, and lender within 20 days of their first day of work to preserve full mechanics lien rights.
What is the deadline under the Arizona Prompt Pay Act?
Under A.R.S. § 32-1129, direct contractors must generally be paid within 7 days of an approved billing, and they must pay their subcontractors within 7 days of receiving those funds.
Can MyCrewTracker send my Preliminary Notice?
No. MyCrewTracker is a document organization platform. It helps you accurately track your project start dates and securely store your notice receipts, but you must use a dedicated lien service or attorney to prepare and serve the actual notice.
Official Legal Sources
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Preliminary 20-Day Notice A.R.S. § 33-992.01
Arizona Mechanics Lien Law — Subcontractors and suppliers must serve a Preliminary 20-Day Notice within 20 days of first providing labor or materials.
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Prompt Pay Act A.R.S. § 32-1129
Arizona Prompt Pay Act — Owners must pay direct contractors within 7 days of billing approval, and contractors must pay subs within 7 days of receiving funds.
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