Utah · Document Recording
Recording a Deed or Document in San Juan County, UT
San Juan County (population 14,542) records real-property documents through the San Juan County Recorder. Below is what it costs, how to submit, and how Jurably can prepare, notarize, and record your document for you — without a trip to the courthouse.
San Juan County recording — the essentials
- Recording office
- San Juan County Recorder
- Recording fee
- $45.00 per document, letter or legal size (statewide fee effective 5/6/2026, confirmed on official fee page) first / $2.00 for each additional description after first 10 (lot, unit, claim, easement, ROW, or exception) add'l (+Plat of subdivision/condominium $50.00; certified copy $5.00 + $0.50/page; regular copies $0.50/sheet)
- Mailing address
- PO Box 789, Monticello, UT 84535 (physical: 117 South Main, Room 103, Monticello, UT 84535)
- Phone
- (435) 587-3228
- Checks payable to
- San Juan County Recorder (typical convention; unverified)
- Electronic recording
- Available via Simplifile, CSC
Formatting note: No separate cover sheet requirement identified on official 'Standards'/'Recording Requirements' pages beyond standard statewide content rules
Can you e-record in San Juan County?
Yes. San Juan County accepts electronic recording through Simplifile, CSC, so a properly formatted document can be recorded the same or next business day without mailing paper.
How to record a document in San Juan County, Utah
- Prepare the document so it meets San Juan County formatting rules (legal description, grantee address, signature block, and the blank margin the recorder reserves for its stamp).
- Notarize it if the instrument requires acknowledgment — most deeds and affidavits do.
- Submit electronically through Simplifile, CSC, or by mail to San Juan County Recorder at PO Box 789, Monticello, UT 84535 (physical: 117 South Main, Room 103, Monticello, UT 84535).
- Pay the recording fee ($45.00 per document, letter or legal size (statewide fee effective 5/6/2026, confirmed on official fee page) first / $2.00 for each additional description after first 10 (lot, unit, claim, easement, ROW, or exception) add'l (+Plat of subdivision/condominium $50.00; certified copy $5.00 + $0.50/page; regular copies $0.50/sheet)).
- Receive the recorded instrument back with its book/page or instrument number as proof of record.
Let Jurably record it for you
Skip the courthouse. Upload your signed document to Jurably and we prepare it to San Juan County standards, arrange remote online notarization if it is needed, e-record it through the county’s approved network, and return the recorded instrument — usually within a couple of business days. It is a self-help filing service, not legal advice.
San Juan County recording — FAQ
How much does it cost to record a document in San Juan County?
The San Juan County Recorder charges $45.00 per document, letter or legal size (statewide fee effective 5/6/2026, confirmed on official fee page) first / $2.00 for each additional description after first 10 (lot, unit, claim, easement, ROW, or exception) add'l (+Plat of subdivision/condominium $50.00; certified copy $5.00 + $0.50/page; regular copies $0.50/sheet), with checks payable to San Juan County Recorder (typical convention; unverified). Additional fees may apply for extra pages, indexing, or specific document types.
Can you record documents electronically in San Juan County?
Yes. San Juan County accepts electronic recording through Simplifile, CSC, so a properly formatted document can be recorded the same or next business day without mailing paper.
Where do I send documents for recording in San Juan County?
Mail recordings to San Juan County Recorder: PO Box 789, Monticello, UT 84535 (physical: 117 South Main, Room 103, Monticello, UT 84535) ((435) 587-3228).
Can Jurably record my document in San Juan County for me?
Yes. Upload your signed document, and Jurably prepares it, arranges notarization if it is required, e-records it through the county’s approved network, and returns the recorded instrument to you — so you never have to visit the San Juan County recorder in person.
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Record in San Juan County without the courthouse trip.
Upload your document — Jurably prepares, notarizes, and records it, then sends back the recorded instrument.