Where a discharge cannot be obtained in the normal course, one possible method for removing judgments, caveats and builders’ liens from a title is through the use of a thirty day notice. The thirty day notice process is not suitable for all situations and can lead to unwanted litigation. Accordingly, serious consideration to the circumstances and the consequences must be given prior to making an application for such a notice.
With the exception of thirty day notices regarding builders’ liens, the district registrar will not automatically issue a thirty day notice; prior to issuing the notice, the district registrar must be satisfied that the party requesting it has a valid reason for making the request. This reason can be set forth in the Request/Transmission form (Form 15.1) or in an attached affidavit.