![]() ![]() If any of the pages are larger or smaller, a penalty fee of $3.00 is charged for each page of the document.Standard recording fee for a single, regular size document (8 ½" × 11") is $13.00 for the first page and $3.00 for each additional page. Depending on the type of document, additional requirements may apply.įor a complete list of fees, see the Schedule of Fees.Ī single check or money order made out to Kern County Recorder may be submitted to cover recording fees, copy fees, and transfer tax.Pursuant to Civil Code § 1798.89, records created after Janudisplaying more than the last four digits of a social security number are not entitled for recording. To avoid penalty, a completed and signed Preliminary Change of Ownership form must accompany the document. Transferring Title to Real Property: In addition to meeting all of the requirements listed above, documents transferring title must contain the assessor parcel number, the tax rate area of the property and a completed Documentary Transfer Tax declaration.Modifying or Releasing Interest: Any document which modifies or releases a previously recorded document shall state the name of all parties affected or being released, as well as the recorder identification number or recorder's book and page of the document being modified or released.Notary Acknowledgment: Documents affecting title to real property must be properly acknowledged.Names of Parties: Names of the parties to be indexed must be legibly printed or typed near all signatures, and must be consistent throughout the document.Signatures: Document must contain original signatures or a certified copy of the original.Exhibits & Riders: Exhibits and riders must be clearly marked as such and submitted with the respective document.Recording references, if any, must be listed on the document. Legal Description & Recording References: Documents referencing land must include a legal description. ![]() Document Titles: All document titles must be identified on the first page, immediately below the space reserved for the recorder label (See Reservation of Space, above).Legibility: Documents must be legible and capable of reproducing a readable photographic record.Requesting Party & Return Address: The left-hand 3 ½" of the top 2 ½" shall be used for the name of the party requesting recordation and the name and mailing address where the document is to be mailed after recording.If the proper space has not been reserved for the Recorder's use, a cover page will be added and an additional $3.00 will be charged. Reservation of Space: All documents must have at least a ½" margin on the two vertical sides the right-hand 5" of the top 2 ½" shall be reserved for the recorder label.Any page over 8 ½" × 14" will not be accepted for recording.If any of the pages are larger or smaller than 8 ½" × 11", a penalty fee of $3.00 is charged for each page in the document.Form Standardization: All documents must be in black ink on white paper and at least 8 ½" × 11", but no larger than 8 ½" × 14". ![]() Most stationery stores do carry legal forms which may fit your situation and may be recorded if properly completed. Document examiners are prohibited by law from providing legal advice or assisting in document preparation such assistance should be obtained from your legal or professional advisor. Documents are examined only to verify that they meet Recording Requirements. ![]()
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