Frequently Asked Questions

What is your mailing address?

101 W. Main Street
St. Clairsville, OH 43950

What is your physical address?

101 W. Main Street
St. Clairsville, OH 43950

What do you charge for copies made by the public?
We make all copies; patrons are not allowed to take books apart

What do you charge for copies made by the Recorder’s staff?

$2.00 per page for recorded documents

What is your County Auditor’s conveyance fee?

$3.00 per $1,000 since 1972 (please check with Auditor’s Office)

What is your County Auditor’s transfer fee?

50 cent per parcel (please check with Auditor’s Office)

Does your county require a SASE or postage?

No

Does your county require a fee for marginal notations on releases and assignments?

Yes; $4.00 per marginal notation

Does your county have tract (geographical) indexing or Registered Land (Torrens)?

No; Belmont County indexes based on grantee/grantor

Does your county supply blank forms for purchase?

No

Will the Recorder’s Office do a title search for me?

No, but we will be happy to explain how documents are organized and indexed

What is your county’s document turn-around time?

Two to three business days

Does your office record Soldiers Discharge Records (DD-214)?

Yes; these are not public record