Benton County Recorder Mechanics Lien Filing

Guide to filing construction documents in Benton County, Minnesota

Contractors and suppliers working on a project within Benton County should get familiar with the Benton County Recorder. This is the office that records documents related to the property, including mechanics liens and notices.

This page contains all of the information construction businesses need to file liens and other documents with the Benton County Recorder, including locations, hours, fees, form downloads, and more..

The mechanics lien rules in Minnesota can be complex. Before recording a lien in Benton County, read Filing a Lien in Minnesota: A Step-by-Step Guide to make sure you understand the process, and common mistakes.

Download Benton County Recorder Forms:

• Minnesota Mechanics Lien Form
• Minnesota Lien Claimant’s Notice Form
• Minnesota Notice of Lien Rights Form for Prime Contractors

Lien FAQs for Benton County

What types of documents can I file at the Benton County Recorder?

This office records a variety of property-related documents, including:
Mechanics lien
Lien release
UCC lien

Which office records mechanics liens in Benton County, Minnesota?

E-Filing

What is the deadline to file a lien claim in Benton County, Minnesota?

In Minnesota, your deadline to file a mechanics lien is dependent upon your role in the project. In general:
General contractors have 120 days to file a lien after the date of last furnishing labor or materials. Subcontractors and suppliers have 120 days to file after date of last furnishing labor or materials.

What are the Benton County Recorder fees to file a lien?

Here are the costs to file a mechanics lien in Benton County, Minnesota:
Fee for recording for most documents is $46

Recording offices do update their fee structure periodically. We recommend contacting the Benton County Recorder to verify the recording costs, especially before mailing a document.

Visit the Benton County Recorder fees page for the latest information.

What forms of payment are accepted at the Benton County Recorder?

Benton County Recorder accepts the following forms of payment:

Either cash or check

If paying by check, make it payable to Benton County Recorder.

How do I release a lien in Benton County once I’ve been paid?

To cancel a lien previously recorded with the Benton County Recorder, you will need to record a lien release.
Lien release fee:
$46.00.

How do I get copies of documents from the Benton County Recorder?

In Benton County, filed documents are public record. Copies of mechanics liens and other property documents are available upon request from the Benton County Recorder.