The Recorder of Deeds Division maintains land
records of property located in Lehigh County and carries out the following
duties and responsibilities:
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Record and index Deeds and deed related
documents (i.e., easement, right of way, covenant, restrictions, etc.)
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Record and index Mortgages and mortgage related
documents (i.e., satisfaction of mortgage, release, assignment, modification,
subordination, etc.)
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Record and index State Commissions and Bonds for
Notary Publics and County Elected Officials
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Record and index Subdivision, Highway, Rail and
Condo Maps
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Record and index Powers of Attorney
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Record and index Secured Transactions/Financing
Statements/UCC
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Certify recorded documents
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Maintain records of Charters of non-profit
organizations
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Collect and distribute Realty Transfer Tax to
the Department of Revenue and the local municipalities and school districts.
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Collect funds and distribute proceeds to various
agencies (i.e., Department of Revenue, Affordable Housing, Judicial Court
System/Access to Justice Fee, etc.)
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Provide public access to recorded documents and
indices
Our staff may provide information regarding our
recording procedures and fees. We may instruct you how to use the various
indices to the records on file.
Our staff may not conduct a search or provide research for you.
We may not give legal advice or opinions. Please consult a qualified
professional (attorney, title insurance company or realtor).