Notice of Commencement Recording — Miami-Dade County

Record and post a Notice of Commencement when Florida Construction Lien Law requires it for the project. Resolve the controlling jurisdiction first, then use the current official authority and any triggered Miami-Dade County review overlays before filing. Steps: Confirm whether the statutory threshold applies: Complete this step with the controlling authority identified for the resolved property or activity. Confirm the current requirements and keep the official filing, approval, or case reference before moving on. Complete and sign the Notice of Commencement: Complete this step with the controlling authority identified for the resolved property or activity. Confirm the current requirements and keep the official filing, approval, or case reference before moving on. Record it with the Clerk: The Clerk lists a Notice of Commencement as requiring an original document, signed by the owner and notarized, with a “Prepared by” statement giving the preparer's individual name and address. The Clerk says documents may be presented in person or by mail, submitted through an approved eRecording vendor, or submitted through its eRecording Web Service for Notices of Commencement after registration. Check the linked official source for current submission instructions and applicable fees before filing; it states that the recording fee for most documents is $10 for the first page and $8.50 for each additional page. Provide and post the recorded copy when required before inspection: Complete this step with the controlling authority identified for the resolved property or activity. Confirm the current requirements and keep the official filing, approval, or case reference before moving on. ^unverified