Conditional Waiver on Final Payment
Releases all remaining lien rights including retainage — but only once final payment clears. Download the California statutory form.
This waiver releases all remaining lien rights on the project — including retainage — but only becomes effective when your final payment clears. Use this when you are expecting your last check and want to protect yourself until the money is in your account.
When to use
Submit this when you are expecting your final payment including retainage. Make sure all change orders are resolved and the amount is correct before signing — this covers everything.
Conditional Waiver on Final Payment
California Civil Code Section 8136 · Word document, fill in and print
Download Conditional Waiver — Final Payment (.docx)This template reflects California Civil Code Section 8136. Laws may be updated — verify current statutory language before use. For general educational purposes only, not legal advice.
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For general educational purposes only. Not legal advice. Consult a California construction attorney for your situation.
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