Under Michigan's Construction Lien Act 497, which of the following is NOT a requirement for a valid lien notice?
Correct Answer
D) Copy of the original construction contract
A copy of the original construction contract is not required for a valid lien notice under Michigan law.
Why This Is the Correct Answer
Option D (Copy of the original construction contract) is correct — it is NOT required. Michigan's Construction Lien Act does not require the lien claimant to attach or include a copy of the original contract when filing a lien notice. The required elements focus on identifying the claimant, the work, and the contracting party.
Why the Other Options Are Wrong
Option A: Description of the labor or materials furnished
Option A (Description of the labor or materials furnished) IS a required element of a valid lien notice under Michigan's Construction Lien Act 497. Without specifying what was provided, the lien notice is defective.
Option B: Name and address of the person who contracted for the labor or materials
Option B (Name and address of the person who contracted for the labor or materials) IS required. The lien notice must identify the party who entered into the contract so that all interested parties — including the property owner — can be notified.
Option C: Notarized signature of the lien claimant
Option C (Notarized signature of the lien claimant) IS required for a valid lien under Michigan law. The signature must be notarized to verify the identity of the claimant and the accuracy of the sworn statement.
Memory Technique
Remember what a lien notice must include using the acronym WIND: Work description, Identity of contracting party, Notarized signature, Dollar amount claimed. A copy of the original contract is outside the WIND requirements.
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