Document Standardization Guide
Recording is the process of maintaining an index, scanning a clear image, and making your document public record.
Recording Fees
List of current fees for standard and non-standard recordings (RCWs 36.18.010, 36.22.170, 36.22.175, 36.22.185, 36.22.240, 36.22.250)
Cover Sheet
A cover sheet is only required if the first page of the document does not meet the required guidelines.
Process Server
A Process Server is a person who serves court papers on a party to a lawsuit. If you wish to become a process server, either by renewing your current license or applying for a new one, please complete the registration form and bring it to our office to record for a $10.00 fee.
DD214
DD214s recorded June 13, 2002, or later are automatically exempt from public inspection per RCW 42.56.440. There is no fee to record this document. Our department can also provide up to three certified copies of the document for no fee for the veteran or qualifying person as listed in RCW 43.60A.290. A Request for Access/Copy form would need to be filled out if anyone other than the veteran is wanting to obtain this document.
Restrictive Covenant Modification
In 2018, Washington State amended its law against discrimination to provide property owners a new way to strike racially restrictive covenants from documents affecting the title of their properties. If your property had a racially restrictive covenant recorded in the past, you can now record a modification document with the county auditor where your property is located.