Davis County Property Search
Real property, as defined by the Utah State Tax Commission, encompasses the interests, advantages, and rights associated with the possession of real estate. A property record is an official document that contains information about a piece of real estate. A property record search is an essential asset for a property purchaser, as it enables the individual to acquire essential information regarding a property, including ownership details, pats, liens, and the taxation status of the property.
Property records and other Davis County Public Records are managed and dispensed by the Davis County Recorder’s Office. The County Recorder’s office has in its custody property records dating from 1870 to the present.
Are Davis County Property Records Public?
Utah Government Records Access and Management Act grants the general public the right to access property records in Davis County. Certain information in property records may be classified as private and unavailable to the public. This includes possible sensitive and personal information of individuals associated with a property. In addition, the County Recorder reserves the right to redact property records from public space if accessibility to that record conflicts with a federal law, state law, or court rule. Information that is redacted from property records includes federal employer identification number, social security number, and the personal financial information of an individual.
Where to Perform a Davis County Property Lookup
A Davis County property record can be looked up by contacting the Recorder’s office during regular business hours (Monday to Friday, from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.). This may be done in person at the office or by phone at (801) 451-3225. Phone requests for a property record are limited to certain information within the record, including Parcel ID number, current ownership, acreage, and limited recording information. Metes and bounds legal description or dimensions, title opinions, and property searches will not be disclosed over the phone. The Computerized Abstract Printouts and Ownership Screens, Recording Document Copies, Plat Maps, and Subdivision Maps can only be purchased from the office of the Recorder.
The Davis County Property Search tool can also be used to search for property within the county. The search tool uses an interactive map to locate properties in the county. A search can be conducted using the property’s address or Parcel ID. Once located, a comprehensive record of the property can be viewed by clicking the “View Parcel Detail” link. Information contained in the record includes the property characteristics (property type, building description, year built, classification, lot size, images), assessed value history, property tax history and distribution, full legal description, the property documents (parcel abstract, vesting documents, other liens), valuation notices, and tax notices. The property documents (parcel abstract, vesting documents, and other liens) must be purchased to be viewed.
How to Perform a Property Owner Lookup in Davis County
The information of a property owner is documented in the property record. Interested persons can obtain information regarding the ownership of properties in Davis County by contacting the Recorder's Office in person or through telephone. Alternatively, individuals can use the Property Search tool available on the Davis County website to locate the property record of a parcel of land and acquire the ownership information.
How to Find Davis County Property Records Online
Property records in Davis County can be obtained online via the Davis County Property Search portal or third-party websites. Various third-party vendors offer property record search services for Davis County. Most aggregate vendors allow individuals to make use of their services for free. Property records found via third-party vendors are usually not as comprehensive as those provided by the Recorder’s Office.
How to Find Property Owner by Address for Free
The Property Search tool on Davis County’s website allows individuals to search for property records using the property address. Once located, users can obtain the owner's information from the property’s record. Information about the current owner of a property can also be obtained for free by contacting the Recorder’s Office, in person or by phone. Only basic information about the owner can be accessed, more sensitive and personal information such as bank account numbers, and social security numbers are not disclosed to the general public.
Davis County Property Tax Lookup
The Treasurer’s Office is responsible for collecting and allocating property taxes in Davis County. Therefore, individuals can visit the office in person to conduct property tax lookups. The Office is in Room 105 and is open from Monday to Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Phone and fax tax record requests can be made to (801) 451-3243 and (801) 451-3111, respectively. The Treasurer's Office also provides access to tax information online through the Davis County Property Search tool. The search criteria are by address or parcel ID.
The information contained in a property’s tax record assists individuals in knowing the tax payment history of the property, and the current or past amount of tax owed on the property, if any.
How to Find Davis County Property Appraiser
A Property Appraiser is a qualified individual who assesses a property's worth to determine its appropriate market value. Individuals can search for certified property appraisers using the Verify License tool on the Utah Division of Commerce Division of Real Estate website. A search can be conducted by name and profession or by license number. The website also provides a list of certified appraisers in the state, which users can download.
Davis County Property Assessor
The Property Assessor ensures that real and personal property in Davis County has a fair market value and complies with all relevant laws and statutes. The Property Assessor can be contacted in person during business hours or via phone.
Davis County Admin Building
Assessor's Office (Room 302)
61 South Main Street
Farmington, UT 84025
Phone: (Real Property): (801) 451-3250
Phone: (Personal Property): (801) 451-3249
Fax: (801) 451-3134
