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Section 35-11-221 - Limitation of Actions. Limitation of actions. Any action for the enforcement of the lien declared in this division must be commenced within six months after the maturity of the entire indebtedness secured thereby, except as otherwise provided in this division.

Alabama Code § 35-11-210 stipulates that liens can be claimed for work, labor, or material constituting an improvement. The term ?improvement? is determined on a case-by-case basis.

Original contractors must file within six months after the last item of work has been furnished. All other lien claimants must file within four months after the last item of work or material has been performed or furnished. Ala. Code § 35-11-215 (1975).

It shall be the duty of every person entitled to such lien to file in the office of the judge of probate of the county in which the property upon which the lien is sought to be established is situated, a statement in writing, verified by the oath of the person claiming the lien, or of some other person having knowledge ...

The Alabama Release of Lien Form is used to cancel a lien that has already been filed. It's most often used to release a lien claim after a lien claimant receives payment. Alabama law requires that a lien cancellation is filed within 30 days after the lien is satisfied.

If the work being performed on a project requires a license, then the contractor or subcontractor should have the required licensing in order to legally assert a mechanic's lien. Alabama requires subcontractors and materialmen to deliver a notice of their intent to file a lien to the owner before filing the lien.