California Stop Payment Notice - Private Works

Use this template form to issue a conditional waiver and release of lien for receipt of final payment on a construction project in California.

• The contractor release lien rights and claims for payment with respect to the improvements to the property, but the release is conditioned upon the final payment clearing the bank.
• The release form is in accordance with California Civil Code Section 8136.
• The release does not affect any disputed amounts.
• This Conditional Waiver and Release of Lien form is a digital download in MS Word format that you can use over and over again.
• Intended to be used only in the State of California.

After you get the last payment on a construction project, release your lien rights with this California Unconditional Waiver and Release form.

• This Waiver and Release relinquishes any previously unreleased lien rights or claims for payment which the contractor still has against the property, now that the final payment has been made.
• Only use this form if you've received final payment. The release does not affect disputed amounts.
• The form is in accordance with the requirements of California Civil Code Section 8138.
• Available in MS Word format.
• Intended to be used only within the State of California.

Release your lien rights up to the date of a progress payment with this California Unconditional Waiver and Release of Lien form.

• The contractor unconditionally releases its lien, stop payment notice, and payment bond rights up to the through date stated in the release.
• The release does not affect retentions, extras, or contract rights.
• The form complies with the requirements of California Civil Code Section 8134.
• This is a downloadable and reusable legal document in MS Word format.
• Intended to be used only in the State of California.

CA contractors, release all or part of a Stop Payment Notice issued on a private works project with this reusable template form for California.

This reusable template form is designed for California contractors who need to release all or part of a Stop Payment Notice issued on a private works project. It provides a straightforward solution compliant with the requirements of the California Civil Code, section 8500 et seq.

Scope of Use

The template allows contractors to formally release a Stop Payment Notice, whether in full or in part, that was previously filed in connection with the project. This ensures proper documentation and compliance with California legal standards.

Included Components

• Required Verification Form
• Proof of Service Declaration
• Copy of California Civil Code section 8118, which outlines procedures for giving notices

Format and Customization

The form is provided in Microsoft Word format, making it easy to customize and reuse for different projects as needed.

Jurisdiction

This template is intended for use exclusively within the State of California.