Garfield County, Utah Property Records

Garfield County, Utah, houses  ten municipalities. In Garfield County, UT, property records serve as valuable documents, offering a comprehensive view of land ownership and transactions. These records support real estate activities and protect property rights.

As reflected in Garfield County property records, the county has a median home value of $273,966 and a median rent cost of around $738. Meanwhile, households in the county earn median salaries of $57,707 and pay median property taxes at a rate of 0.38% of assessed property values.

Property records in Garfield County, UT, fall under the responsibility of the  Recorder. As mandated by Utah law, this office is responsible for recording and managing all documents and maps related to real estate transactions within the county, including deeds, liens, mortgages, and plats.

The office also maintains comprehensive cross-referenced indices dating back to 1882. These indices are open for public inspection, and one can obtain copies for a fee, except for those specifically available at no cost as required by Utah regulations.

For those leaning towards a more hands-on approach to document access, the Recorder's office at 55 South Main Street, Panguitch, UT 84759, caters to visitors during office hours. Various on-site databases facilitate records searching by party name, document type, legal description, recording date range, and book/page number.

Although the Recorder's office does not currently offer online access, it processes remotely requested document copies. To obtain these copies, one must send a written request via mail to the Garfield County Recorder, P.O. Box 77, Panguitch, UT 84759-0077. Including the document identifier and associated fees in the mail is essential to ensure a seamless transaction.

The fees for copies of recorded documents cost $1 for the first page and $0.50 per page for succeeding pages. Different or additional charges may apply depending on the document type and other services required. For a complete fee structure, accepted payment methods, and other relevant details about property records in the county, call the Recorder's office at 435-676-1110.

For zoning verification, contact the  Garfield County Planning Department at (435) 676-1101. This office handles zoning and land use planning, development review, community engagement, and issuance of permits and licenses. For further verification, one can consult the corresponding local offices, which can provide zoning references for properties within their jurisdiction.