Kentucky's construction professionals navigate a complex web of lien notice deadlines depending on whether the project is owner-occupied. MyCrewTracker helps Kentucky contractors track their job starts and securely archive critical compliance notices in the cloud.
The 75-Day and 120-Day Mechanics Lien Deadlines
Subcontractors in Kentucky must provide a written notice of intent to claim a lien. Under KRS 376.010, a subcontractor must generally notify the owner in writing within 75 days (for owner-occupied single or double family dwellings) or 120 days (for other projects) after the last item of material or labor is furnished.
Documenting your final day of work is critical. Using MyCrewTracker's Quick Docs and Daily Reports, field supervisors generate an instant, verifiable log of when work concluded, ensuring the back office can definitively prove the notice was sent within the statutory window.
Kentucky Prompt Pay Act
For private contracts, KRS 371.405 mandates that owners must generally pay within 30 days of receiving a proper invoice, and contractors must pay their subcontractors within 15 days of receiving payment.
To defend against claims of invalid liens or delayed payment, contractors must maintain flawless documentation of delivery. MyCrewTracker offers a secure cloud repository where Kentucky contractors can organize dated certified mail receipts and formal communications to prove statutory compliance.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions in Kentucky
What is the Kentucky Mechanics Lien notice deadline?
Under KRS 376.010, subcontractors must generally notify the owner within 75 days for owner-occupied residential properties, or 120 days for all other properties, after their last day of work.
What is the Kentucky Prompt Pay deadline?
Under KRS 371.405, owners have 30 days to pay an approved invoice, and contractors have 15 days to pay their subcontractors after receiving those funds.
Does MyCrewTracker automatically track my 120-day deadline?
No. MyCrewTracker is a secure document storage and organization platform. It provides the tools you need to securely archive your notices and delivery receipts, but your back office must manage the actual calendar calculation.
Official Legal Sources
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Mechanics Lien Notice Deadlines KRS 376.010
Kentucky Mechanics Liens — Subcontractors must generally provide written notice to the owner within 75 days (small residential) or 120 days (commercial) of last furnishing labor or materials.
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Prompt Pay Act KRS 371.405
Kentucky Prompt Pay Act — Owners must pay contractors within 30 days; contractors must pay subs within 15 days of receiving funds.
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