We completed a retail store at a mall in Ohio 3 years and filed a notice of commencement. They contacted us stating they need it off the records. I think the mall is refinancing or something. I do not find any forms or info online, only that the notice of commencement automatically expire after 6 years. They want it done now.
There isn't a way to terminate a notice of commencement (other than it expires after six years). It isn't uncommon for title companies to ask for a release as they see something on the title. In the past, I've explained to the title company that a notice of commencement is not a lien and does not impact title. It is a notice to all potential contractors of how to file a lien in the event it becomes necessary but the NOC is not a lien. You should be able to show last day of work was three years ago and therefore well outside of any applicable lien deadlines. That has usually resolved the situation in the past.