MECHANICS LIEN RECORDING IN DOUGLAS COUNTY, WASHINGTON
Mechanics lien recording for this apple-growing stretch along the Columbia River in north-central Washington runs through the Douglas County Auditor’s Office in Waterville. Here’s the exact timeline for jobs in the area:
Douglas County Mechanics Lien Deadlines
- Preliminary Notice: 60 days from first work, if no direct contract with the owner.
- Filing Deadline: 90 days from your last day of work (RCW 60.04.091) — a claim filed on day 91 is void.
- Foreclosure Deadline: 8 months from recording.
Douglas County Auditor’s Office
- 213 S Rainier St, Waterville, WA 98858
- douglascountywa.net/elected-offices/auditor/recording
Why File Through CNS
- We verify you’re filing in the correct Douglas County (WA, OR or NV)
- We confirm property descriptions
- We serve the owner within the required 14-day window after recording
FAQ
How long do I have to file a mechanics lien in Douglas County, WA?
90 days from the last day you supplied labor, materials or equipment to the project (RCW 60.04.091).
Where do I record my lien in Douglas County, WA?
With the Douglas County Auditor’s Office in Waterville, the county seat.
