What are the hours of the County Recorder’s Office?
Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM-5:00 PM.

What are the recording fees?
Fee Schedule .

How can I get the legal description to my property?
The most accurate description is from the deed. Viewing/copies are available in our office. See Fee Schedule .

Can I get genealogy information?
Yes, you can retrieve some genealogy within the recorders office. You will need the approximate year of transactions from the Auditor as well as the parties’ name.

How do I find who owns certain property?
If you do not know the property owner’s name, you will need to contact the County Auditor.

Can you prepare my document, or give me the forms to use?
No. The Recorders office does not prepare or sell any legal documents, nor do we give legal advice. Forms may be obtained from an office supply company. If you need legal assistance, please contact an attorney.

Where can I find a notary?
Financial institutions, credit unions, funeral homes, title companies, realtors, automobile dealerships, and many other businesses. You can find those listings in the yellow pages of your telephone book.

What is the County Recorder responsible for?
Thank you for asking. Please see History of the Recorder .

Do you handle property auctions through tax/sheriff sale?
No. You will need to refer to the County Treasurer, Auditor , or Sheriff.

Does your office have document imaging?
Yes. On April 14, 2003 we went "live" with our new Imaging System. Our documents are now scanned for permanent record.

Can I get a copy of my birth certificate from the Recorders office?
No. Any vital statistics, such as death / birth certificates will need to be accessed from the Toledo-Lucas County Health Department .

Do you have information on Marriage Licenses?
No. Marriage Licenses are handled in the County Probate Court .

Can I get copies of my mortgage, deed, etc.? What is the cost?
Any copies made in our office are $2.00 per page. If you require having your copies certified it is an additional $2.00 per document.