Are there special requirements for recording deeds in Wayne County?

Yes. A tax certification form must accompany all deeds presented for recording. The tax form can be downloaded online.


 All deeds must have - on the first page - the person or the name of the law firm that prepared the document. The deed should show the address of the Grantors and Grantees '. The deed should include language as to whether or not the property is the Grantor's Primary Residence. The top margin should be 3" and the sides and bottom margin should be at least 1/4". The font size should be no smaller than 9 points. If a document is to be returned by mail, please supply a self-addressed, stamped envelope with the recording


 The Fee for Recording Deeds Is: 

 Deeds Up to 15 Pages - $26

 Each Page After 15 is $4


Real Estate Excise Tax is $2.00 per thousand.

Tax Form (PDF)

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1. Can personnel in the Register of Deeds office tell me who owns a particular piece of property by an address?
2. Do I need an appointment to take my Notary Oath? What documents must I present to take my oath?
3. Are there special requirements for recording deeds in Wayne County?