Boone County Deed Records

Boone County deed records are recorded at the Boone County Recorder's Office in Lebanon, Indiana. All property transfers, mortgages, and real estate instruments affecting land in Boone County are filed there and kept as part of the official public record.

Boone County Recorder's Office

The Boone County Recorder's Office is located in the Boone County Office Building at 116 W. Washington Street, Suite 101 in Lebanon. This office records and indexes all real property documents for Boone County, including deeds, mortgages, liens, and other instruments. Under IC 36-2-11, the recorder is the official keeper of these records and must make them available to the public during regular business hours. Boone County sits just northwest of Indianapolis and has seen significant growth in recent years, which means deed recording activity at the office is brisk.

The office is open Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM Eastern Standard Time. You can reach the recorder by phone at 765-482-3821, by fax at 765-483-5241, or by email at recorder@co.boone.in.us. Boone County also accepts electronic recording, which lets lenders and title companies submit documents without visiting Lebanon in person. E-recording speeds up the process and is available through several state-approved platforms. Contact the office to find out which e-recording services are accepted for Boone County deed submissions.

Staff at the Lebanon office can assist with record searches, copy requests, and questions about recording requirements. Given Boone County's growth, it's worth calling ahead during busy periods to get an estimate of wait times at the counter.

Search Boone County Land Records

Boone County deed records can be searched online or in person. Beacon by Schneider Corp covers Boone County and lets you search by owner name, parcel number, or address. The site shows current ownership, assessed value, and sales history for parcels in Boone County. It's a solid first step before requesting full deed copies from the recorder. Doxpop also indexes Boone County recorder documents and allows name and document-type searches with image access on a pay-per-use or subscription basis.

In-person searches at the Lebanon office are available during regular hours. Counter staff can search by grantor or grantee name and pull copies while you wait. For older records, especially those predating electronic indexing, a visit to the office is often the most reliable method. Tapestry by Fidlar may also index Boone County deed records. Check whether Boone County is included before purchasing access.

Certified copies of Boone County deed records require contacting the recorder's office. A $5.00 certification fee applies on top of the standard copy cost. Mail requests should include a check and self-addressed stamped envelope. Call 765-482-3821 to confirm the exact amount before sending payment for Boone County deed records.

Note: E-recorded documents in Boone County are typically indexed and available for search sooner than paper submissions. Contact the office to confirm current processing times.

Boone County Deed Recording Requirements

Documents recorded in Boone County must comply with Indiana's statewide standards under IC 36-2-11-16.5. This statute covers paper size, margin requirements, and print quality. White paper sized 8.5 by 11 or 8.5 by 14 inches is required. The top margin on the first page must be at least 2 inches. Side and bottom margins must be 0.5 inches or more. All print must be at least 8-point type and dark enough to reproduce clearly on a scanner. Documents that don't meet these standards get sent back unfiled, so it pays to check before submitting.

Every deed in Boone County must include the grantee's physical mailing address under IC 32-21-2-3. The preparer of the document must include their name and address under IC 36-2-11-15. That statute also requires the recorder to redact Social Security numbers before making documents available to the public. Deeds involving property transfers must receive an auditor's transfer stamp from the Boone County Auditor under IC 36-2-11-14 before the recorder will accept them. Notarization is required under IC 33-42-10-2. The notary must sign and seal the document correctly. IC 36-2-11-16 applies when names on a deed are identical or very close in spelling.

The Indiana Recorders Association and its Recording Manual are the standard references for document preparation in Boone County. Title companies and attorneys who regularly record documents in Boone County should review the manual to avoid common rejection issues.

Indiana State Deed and Property Resources

Indiana maintains state-level deed records, maps, and property documents through the State Land Office. These resources supplement local Boone County deed searches and provide context for understanding how the state recording system connects to county-level records.

The Indiana State Land Office covers state-owned property deeds and maps. For local property tax data tied to Boone County deed transfers, check Indiana Gateway.

Boone County Recorder Fees

Boone County follows the standard Indiana recording fee schedule. Deeds cost $25.00. Mortgages cost $55.00. Oversized pages carry a $5.00 surcharge each. Standard copies cost $1.00 per page. Copies larger than 11 by 17 inches cost $5.00 per page. Certified copies require a $5.00 additional fee plus the per-page copy cost. Cash and check are accepted at the Lebanon office. The Indiana State Board of Accounts reviews county recorder fees to ensure they comply with state law. For e-recording fee details, contact the office directly.

Nearby Counties

Boone County is northwest of Indianapolis. These bordering counties each maintain their own recorder's office for property deed records.