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📋 Conditional Lien Waiver Template

Free downloadable conditional lien waiver template for progress payments (waiver effective upon payment).

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Format: Text (.txt - can be converted to PDF)
Last Updated: February 2026
File Size: ~2 KB

📥 Download Conditional Lien Waiver Template

Note: This is a text file that can be printed or converted to PDF. Also see our Lien Waiver Generator.

Template Sections​

Waiver Information​

  • Project Name
  • Project Address
  • Owner Name
  • Contractor Name
  • Waiver Type (Progress Payment)
  • Payment Application Number
  • Payment Period Through (Date)

Payment Details​

  • Payment Amount
  • Payment Date
  • Check Number (if applicable)

Waiver Statement​

  • Amount Waived
  • Period Covered
  • Conditional Language (waiver effective upon payment)

Exceptions​

  • Retainage Amount (if any)
  • Unpaid Change Orders (if any)
  • Other Exceptions

Signatures​

  • Company Name
  • Signature
  • Printed Name
  • Title
  • Date
  • Notarization (if required by state)

Important Notes​

Conditional Waivers:

  • Effective only upon actual receipt of payment
  • Safer for contractors/suppliers
  • Use for progress payments (not final)
  • This template uses the California statutory form per Civil Code §8132

California Requirements:

  • California requires use of statutory waiver forms (Civil Code §§8132-8138)
  • Non-statutory forms may be void and unenforceable under Civil Code §8120
  • No notarization required in California
  • Four statutory forms exist — make sure you use the correct one for your situation

Best Practices​

  1. Always use conditional waivers until payment has cleared your bank
  2. Specify exact amount and through date
  3. Ensure the waiver amount matches the payment amount
  4. Get waivers from your subs before signing yours
  5. Keep copies in your project files
  6. Track all waivers in a log
  7. Never waive more than you're being paid