Vermont · Document Recording
Recording a Deed or Document in Rutland County, VT
Rutland County (population 59,653) records real-property documents through the NO COUNTY RECORDING OFFICE EXISTS. Vermont records real-property deeds/memoranda at the TOWN CLERK's office where the property is located (Rutland County has ~29 towns/cities including Rutland City, Rutland Town, Castleton, Fair Haven, Pittsford, Poultney, Brandon, Wallingford, Pawlet, Danby, Mount Holly, etc.).. 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.
Rutland County recording — the essentials
- Recording office
- NO COUNTY RECORDING OFFICE EXISTS. Vermont records real-property deeds/memoranda at the TOWN CLERK's office where the property is located (Rutland County has ~29 towns/cities including Rutland City, Rutland Town, Castleton, Fair Haven, Pittsford, Poultney, Brandon, Wallingford, Pawlet, Danby, Mount Holly, etc.).
- Recording fee
- $15.00/page (flat statewide statutory rate, 32 V.S.A. §1671(a)(6)) first / $15.00/page (same flat statewide rate applies to every page) add'l (+Certified copies $10.00/page; uncertified copies $1.00/page (min $2.00); no separate archive/rider fee)
- Mailing address
- Varies by town — see VT Secretary of State Town Clerk Directory for the specific town clerk's mailing address within Rutland County (e.g., City of Rutland Clerk's Office, 1 Strongs Ave, Rutland, VT 05701, is one of many offices in the county)
- Phone
- Varies by town clerk (directory above); Rutland City Clerk: 802-773-1800
- Checks payable to
- Varies — typically '[Town Name] Town Clerk' or 'Town/City of [Name]'
- Electronic recording
- Paper / mail
Formatting note: Not required by VT statute statewide; a cover letter is recommended (not mandatory) by individual town clerks
Can you e-record in Rutland County?
Rutland County records documents submitted by mail or in person. Jurably handles this on the paper rail — we prepare, notarize, mail, and track your document to a recorded instrument number.
How to record a document in Rutland County, Vermont
- Prepare the document so it meets Rutland 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 by mail to NO COUNTY RECORDING OFFICE EXISTS. Vermont records real-property deeds/memoranda at the TOWN CLERK's office where the property is located (Rutland County has ~29 towns/cities including Rutland City, Rutland Town, Castleton, Fair Haven, Pittsford, Poultney, Brandon, Wallingford, Pawlet, Danby, Mount Holly, etc.). at Varies by town — see VT Secretary of State Town Clerk Directory for the specific town clerk's mailing address within Rutland County (e.g., City of Rutland Clerk's Office, 1 Strongs Ave, Rutland, VT 05701, is one of many offices in the county).
- Pay the recording fee ($15.00/page (flat statewide statutory rate, 32 V.S.A. §1671(a)(6)) first / $15.00/page (same flat statewide rate applies to every page) add'l (+Certified copies $10.00/page; uncertified copies $1.00/page (min $2.00); no separate archive/rider fee)).
- 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 Rutland County standards, arrange remote online notarization if it is needed, record it by certified mail, and return the recorded instrument — usually within a couple of business days. It is a self-help filing service, not legal advice.
Rutland County recording — FAQ
How much does it cost to record a document in Rutland County?
The NO COUNTY RECORDING OFFICE EXISTS. Vermont records real-property deeds/memoranda at the TOWN CLERK's office where the property is located (Rutland County has ~29 towns/cities including Rutland City, Rutland Town, Castleton, Fair Haven, Pittsford, Poultney, Brandon, Wallingford, Pawlet, Danby, Mount Holly, etc.). charges $15.00/page (flat statewide statutory rate, 32 V.S.A. §1671(a)(6)) first / $15.00/page (same flat statewide rate applies to every page) add'l (+Certified copies $10.00/page; uncertified copies $1.00/page (min $2.00); no separate archive/rider fee), with checks payable to Varies — typically '[Town Name] Town Clerk' or 'Town/City of [Name]'. Additional fees may apply for extra pages, indexing, or specific document types.
Can you record documents electronically in Rutland County?
Rutland County records documents submitted by mail or in person. Jurably handles this on the paper rail — we prepare, notarize, mail, and track your document to a recorded instrument number.
Where do I send documents for recording in Rutland County?
Mail recordings to NO COUNTY RECORDING OFFICE EXISTS. Vermont records real-property deeds/memoranda at the TOWN CLERK's office where the property is located (Rutland County has ~29 towns/cities including Rutland City, Rutland Town, Castleton, Fair Haven, Pittsford, Poultney, Brandon, Wallingford, Pawlet, Danby, Mount Holly, etc.).: Varies by town — see VT Secretary of State Town Clerk Directory for the specific town clerk's mailing address within Rutland County (e.g., City of Rutland Clerk's Office, 1 Strongs Ave, Rutland, VT 05701, is one of many offices in the county) (Varies by town clerk (directory above); Rutland City Clerk: 802-773-1800).
Can Jurably record my document in Rutland County for me?
Yes. Upload your signed document, and Jurably prepares it, arranges notarization if it is required, records it by mail, and returns the recorded instrument to you — so you never have to visit the Rutland County recorder in person.
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