Guide to filing a mechanics lien in Monroe County

Where is the Monroe County Prothonotary's Office that files mechanic liens?

You can file your mechanic liens in person at the Monroe County Prothonotary’s Office located at:

Monroe County
610 Monroe Street, Suite 323
Stroudsburg, PA 18360

Phone: (570) 517-3370
Fax: (570) 517-3582

Hours: 8:30 am to 4:30 pm
Monday-Friday

Closed all major holidays

What is Monroe County's Recording Backlog?

The Monroe County Prothonotary’s Office does not publicly disclose information on recording backlog.

Should I file my mechanics lien in Monroe County?

If your construction project is located in Monroe County, then yes, you should file your lien here.

What are the margin & page size requirements to file a lien in Monroe County?

How can I make payment to the Monroe County Prothonotary's Office?

The Monroe County Prothonotary’s Office accepts cash or money order.

What are the filing fees to record a mechanics lien in Monroe County?

The Monroe County Prothonotary’s recording fees are as follows:

Lien Fees

Lien ‐ Attorney: $103.25
Lien‐ For Fine: $75.25
Lien‐ Federal Tax: $67.75
Lien‐ Mechanics Claim: $76.75
Lien‐ Mechanics Agreemt.‐ waiver of lien stip.: $69.25
Lien‐ Municipal: $75.25
Lien‐ Cert: $75.25

Copy Fees

Photocopy (if Prothonotary Staff): $1.00
Photocopy (if self copy in lobby): $0.25
Certification of Document (1st page)plus copy cost: $4.00
Certification of Document Additional Pages: $1.00

How do I get a recorded copy of my lien from the Monroe County Prothonotary's Office?

You can obtain a recorded copy of your lien in person at the Monroe County Prothonotary’s Office located at:

Monroe County
610 Monroe Street, Suite 323
Stroudsburg, PA 18360

Phone: (570) 517-3370
Fax: (570) 517-3582

Hours: 8:30 am to 4:30 pm
Monday-Friday

Closed all major holidays

Copy fees are as follows:

Photocopy (if Prothonotary Staff): $1.00
Photocopy (if self copy in lobby): $0.25
Certification of Document (1st page)plus copy cost: $4.00
Certification of Document Additional Pages: $1.00

You can also search fo Monroe County court records online at: http://www.infoconcountyaccess.com/