FAQ
Candace D. Owens
Recorder
110 E. Cherry Ave.
Flagstaff, AZ 86001
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Business Hours: 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, Monday - Friday; except scheduled County holidays.
1. Where do I obtain a form for recording purposes?
At most office supply or stationary stores, title company or attorney.
2. How do I change the ownership of a piece of property?
We suggest you contact a title company or an attorney for proper legal advice.
3. What is an affidavit of property value?
All property sales transactions require a completed affidavit or an exemption number. This form can be obtained from our office or on the Coconino County Recorders web site.
4. How do I record a document and how much does it cost?
Documents may be recorded either in person at the Coconino County Recorders Office or by mail. If recording by mail please include the document and a check or money order for the correct amount according to the recording fee schedule.
5. How do I find existing easement(s) on my property?
If you currently own this property and the sale was processed through a title company, check in your title policy for Schedule "B". This should list all easements of record that affect your property. If Schedule "B" is not available, you will need one party's name and approximate date of recording.
6. How do I record my business name?
Your questions may be answered in ARS 44-1236 or ARS 29-101 through 29-366 and/or by consulting an attorney.
7. What happens to my document when it is presented for recording?
If the document meets the form requirements, is complete and the proper fees have been paid ,we will accept your document and make it a matter of permanent public record.
- Our data entry department will key the pertinent information to create an index so that you may locate this record in the future by name or legal description, if applicable.
- Your original document will be returned to the address typed on the document.
- If the original document is ever lost or misplaced, a certified copy may be obtained from our office.
8. How do I remove a decedent's name from my deed?
Your question may be answered by contacting a title company and/or by consulting an attorney.
9. Can I search for recorded documents via the Internet?
Search for recorded documents via the Internet at eaglerecorder.coconino.az.gov/recorder/eagleweb
a) Click on the "Enter Eagle Web" and then click on "Public Login."
b) The web site will redirect to the "Enter search criteria" page and proceed to search the country records.
The web site will search for documents from January 1, 1983 to present with unoffical images on line from March 29, 1999 to present. All document searches prior to January 1, 1983 will require a visit to the Coconino County Recorders office. All documents prior to March 29, 1999 are on microfilm and can be viewed at the Recorders office.
10. How do I get copies of recorded documents?
Copies of recorded documents can be requested:
a) in writing by mail to the Coconino County Recorders Office, 110 East Cherry Ave, Flagstaff, AZ 86001
b) in person at the Coconino County Recorders Office, 110 East Cherry Ave, Flagstaff, AZ 86001
c) via the Internet at eaglerecorder.coconino.az.gov/recorder/eagleweb for documents recorded after March 29, 1999. All document images on the internet will be labeled as "Unofficial Copy."
Requested document copies are $ 1.00 per page. For mail requests this includes the return postage. Certification of documents is an additional $ 3.00 per document.