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California only recognizes four waiver forms
A lien waiver is only enforceable in California if it substantially follows the statutory language. Notice Harbor generates the exact statutory text and picks the right form with you.
Conditional · progress payment
Civ. Code § 8132
For a progress payment you haven't received yet. Takes effect only when the check clears — the safe default while money is in motion.
Unconditional · progress payment
Civ. Code § 8134
For a progress payment already in your account. Effective immediately on signing — never send it before the money lands.
Conditional · final payment
Civ. Code § 8136
For the last payment on the job, before it's received. Waives everything once — and only once — that final check clears.
Unconditional · final payment
Civ. Code § 8138
The job is paid in full. Signs away all remaining lien, stop notice, and bond rights on the project, effective immediately.
The one rule that matters most
Never sign an unconditional waiver before the money is actually in your account. An unconditional waiver is effective the moment you sign it — even if the check later bounces. When in doubt, send the conditional form.
Conditional Waiver and Release on Progress Payment
Identifying Information
Name of Claimant: Clean Glass Inc
Name of Customer: Arg Construction Inc
Job Location: 742 Cypress Ave, Anaheim, CA 92805
Owner: Cresta Associates
Through Date: 2026-03-01
Conditional Waiver and Release
This document waives and releases lien, stop payment notice, and payment bond rights the claimant has for labor and service provided, and equipment and material delivered, to the customer on this job through the Through Date of this document. Rights based upon labor or service provided, or equipment or material delivered, pursuant to a written change order that has been fully executed by the parties prior to the date that this document is signed by the claimant, are waived and released by this document, unless listed as an Exception below. This document is effective only on the claimant's receipt of payment from the financial institution on which the following check is drawn:
Maker of Check: Arg Construction Inc
Amount of Check: $45,700.00
Check Payable to: Clean Glass Inc
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Create a Free WaiverThis page is general information, not legal advice, and does not create an attorney–client relationship. California lien and notice deadlines are strict and fact-specific — “completion” alone can be triggered by actual completion, the owner’s occupancy or use, or a 60-day cessation of labor. Notice Harbor is not a law firm. Confirm any deadline that matters to your claim with a licensed California construction attorney.