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The County Clerk is responsible for recording and maintaining real property records in Henderson County.
Recording Fees
DEED $50.00
DEED OF CONTRACT $50.00
DEED STAMP FEE EXMP $46.00
DEED OF CORRECTION $46.00
DEED CORRECTION W RELEASE $46.00
DEED OF RESTRICTION $46.00
DECLARATION OF TRUST $50.00
DEED W/VENDOR LIEN $50.00
DEED WITH A RELEASE $50.00
EASEMENT $50.00
RELEASE EASEMENT $46.00
MORTGAGE $80.00
POWER OF ATTY $50.00
LIS PENDENS $46.00
MECHANIC LIEN $46.00
MECHANIC LIEN RELEASE $46.00
BOND TO RELEASE MECHANIC LIEN $60.00
MECHANIC LIEN NOTICE $46.00
Extra pages over 5 require an additional $3.00
Add $4.00 for each additional notation reference listed
For a more detailed list of documents, see the county clerk's website.
Transfer tax will be collected on the consideration stated in the deed. The tax will be imposed upon the grantor at the rate of 50 cents per $500 of value or fraction thereof.
On a deed of correction, transfer tax will only be collected if the amount of consideration has changed. A deed cannot be legally lodged for record until the tax due is paid.
These fees are subject to change without notice. Check with the county clerk's recording division directly to confirm amounts.
Document Formatting Requirements
FORMATTING REQUIREMENTS
* Paper should be white, 8.5x11 inches, and of sufficient weight to produce a legible record. Standard 20 # copy paper is suggested.
* The first page should have a top margin of at least 2 inches. All other margins should be at least 1 inch.
* The text should be a minimum of 8 point font and should be in black ink.
* Corresponding names should be written underneath all signatures.
REAL PROPERTY RECORDING REQUIREMENTS
* Provide the names of the first and second party (grantor and grantee) and their mailing addresses.
* The grantor must sign the deed and have his/her signature notarized.
* Describe the property by its specific legal description, providing enough information as necessary for indexing.
* An easement must include the address of each parcel affected.
* The source of title must be listed.
* A preparation statement is needed. This should list the name and address of the person who prepared the form.
* Include a return mailing address so that the document can be returned to the appropriate party after recording.
* An in-care of address for the tax bill must also be provided.
Transfer tax is collected on the consideration stated in the deed. The tax rate is $0.50 per $500 of value or fraction thereof. Transfer tax is imposed on the grantor.
If the deed is a gift or indicates nominal consideration, transfer tax is collected on the estimated price the property would bring in an open market.
CORRECTED DEEDS
A deed of correction can be prepared to clear up a defect in title or to correct a mistake. It is important to note that a deed of correction does not convey an interest in land. The original grantor and grantee must be the same as on the original. Grantors and grantees cannot be added, removed, or changed in a deed of correction. If the corrected deed includes new parties, it is not a deed of correction---a new deed will need to be drafted and recorded.
A deed of correction needs a consideration statement, in addition to needed all the requirements for a deed. Furthermore, it must be stated that it is a deed of correction and the original must be referred to.
Transfer tax only applies if the consideration has changed.
AFFIDAVIT OF CONVERSION TO REAL ESTATE
This is filed to execute a conversion of a manufactured home (mobile home) permanently to real estate. A preparation statement is not required for an affidavit of conversion to real estate.
* The Kentucky title must first be free of liens.
* The document must be signed by the owner(s) and notarized.
* The deed book and page number of the property where the manufactured home is to be permanently affixed must be referenced on the affidavit. A legal description is not required. The document, along with a copy of the surrendered title, is filed in the Miscellaneous book with the owner(s) indexed as the party one/grantor. Linking of the document to the deed book and page source is helpful.
CERTIFICATE OF CONSIDERATION
A consideration statement is required on all deeds and easements, unless an exemption is claimed. The statement shall be sworn and notarized by both parties as to the true consideration in the deed.
In the case of a transfer other than by gift, or with nominal or no consideration a sworn, notarized certificate signed by the grantor or his agent and the grantee or his agent stating that the consideration reflected in the deed is the full consideration paid for the property; or
In the case of a transfer either by gift or with nominal or no consideration, a sworn, notarized certificate signed by the grantor or his agent and the grantee stating that the transfer is by gift and setting forth the estimated fair cash value of the property.
In the case of an exchange of properties, the fair cash value of the property being exchanged shall be stated in the body of the deed.
Deeds of nominal or no consideration and deeds of gift require the statement stating the fair market value of the property.