Alabama Construction Compliance Requirements

Alabama requires unpaid subcontractors and suppliers to file a Statement of Lien within 6 months of last furnishing labor or materials under Ala. Code 35-11-210 et seq. No preliminary notice is required. Liens attach to the property interest of the owner who contracted for the improvement.

Alabama does not have a state prevailing wage law. Federal Davis-Bacon Act applies to federally funded projects. No state certified payroll requirements beyond federal standards on applicable projects.

Workers compensation required for employers with 5+ employees. Minimum $1M general liability typical for commercial projects. Alabama maintains a competitive private insurance market.

Alabama follows federal OSHA standards. No state OSHA plan. Alabama Department of Labor provides consultation services through the OSHA On-Site Consultation Program.