El Paso County Public Records
Start with the recorder for land records, the assessor and treasurer for parcels and taxes, and the clerk for public files; check online indexes before requesting certified copies.
On this page:
Where To Start
- Search the recorded documents index by name, date, or document number to locate deeds, liens, and plats.
- Check the assessor parcel search by owner, address, or parcel number for ownership, legal description, and valuation.
- Use the tax lookup for balances, payment history, and delinquent status by parcel or owner.
- Request certified copies from the recorder/clerk after capturing the document number and recording details.
- Confirm permits, inspections, and zoning for the parcel with planning/building records.
Record Routing
- Deeds, liens, plats → Recorder/Clerk
- Parcels, ownership, valuations → Assessor
- Tax bills, payments, delinquencies → Treasurer/Tax Collector
- Marriage license filings → County Clerk
- Permits, zoning, inspections → Planning/Building
Search Inputs
- Grantor/Grantee Name
- Parcel Number (APN)
- Situs Address
- Document/Instrument Number
- Subdivision or Condo Name
- Tax Year or Bill Number
Source Map
| Source / Office | Best For | Search Method | Why It Matters |
|---|---|---|---|
| Recorder/Clerk – Recorded Documents | Deeds, liens, releases, plats, misc. recordings | Online index by name/date; search by document number; request images or certified copies as available | Establishes chain of title and recorded encumbrances within El Paso County. |
| Assessor – Property Records | Owner, parcel ID, legal description, assessed value | Parcel lookup by owner, address, or parcel number; view assessment details | Confirms parcel identity and valuation for county property research. |
| Treasurer/Tax Collector – Tax Records | Current balance, receipts, delinquent status | Tax search by parcel or owner; view statements; pay if online options exist | Verifies tax standing that can affect transfers and liens. |
| Planning/Building – Permits and Zoning | Permits, inspections, zoning designation, addressing | Lookup by address/parcel; permit number search | Identifies land use constraints and open permit issues tied to the parcel. |
| County Clerk – Public Files | Board minutes, agendas, ordinances, marriage licenses | Document library or index; request older or certified records | Provides non-recorded county governance files and clerk-handled filings. |
| GIS/Mapping – Interactive Maps | Parcel boundaries, aerials, layers | Map search by address or parcel; export/print maps | Visual verification of parcel location and surrounding context in the county. |
FAQs
Can I view recorded document images online for El Paso County?
Many counties provide an online index; images or full copies may require a request or fee. Use the index first, then follow the recorder/clerk copy process.
What if I do not know the parcel number?
Search by owner name or site address in the assessor system, then capture the parcel/APN from the result for subsequent searches.
Who issues certified copies of deeds and liens?
The county recorder/clerk that holds the record issues certified copies. Provide the document/instrument number and recording details from the index.
Are unpaid taxes shown in the recorder index?
Recorded tax liens may appear in the recorder index, but unpaid balances and interest are shown in the treasurer’s tax system. Check both sources.