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A Notice of Commencement (NOC) in Florida is a legal document that officially marks the start of a construction project. Its main purpose is to inform all parties involved about the project's commencement, establish a timeline for potential lien claims, and protect both owners and contractors in case of payment disputes.

If you don't file a Notice of Commencement in Florida, you risk increased liability for unpaid work or materials, potential legal disputes, and even project delays due to non-compliance with building regulations.

The cost of filing a Notice of Commencement in Florida varies by county and typically involves a recording fee at the clerk's office. Contact your county's official website or clerk's office for the exact amount.

A Notice of Commencement (NOC) must be recorded before the construction project begins and needs to be recorded no more than 90 days before the project begins. Caution, if the project does not begin within 30 days of the recording the NOC is void.

A Notice of Commencement typically lasts for one year from the filing date, unless the construction contract specifies a longer completion time, or a new NOC is filed before the original one expires.

The property owner is usually responsible for completing and filing the Notice of Commencement, although the lender may handle it if there is a construction loan involved. In either case, the property owner's signature is required on the document.