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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?

We may be able to help you with ownership questions. Documents recorded in the office of the Register of Deeds are indexed  by names that apply to the instrument-not by the address of the property or parcel identification number. We are able to use  information provided on the Tax Office website to find parcels by using the property address or parcel identification number as well as the owner's name. Tax Office information is available to everyone on the county website or you may wish to contact the Tax Office for further inquiry at 919-731-1461.

2. Do I need an appointment to take my Notary Oath? What documents must I present to take my oath?

No appointment is necessary to take your oath. All staff members are able to assist you with taking your oath. It would be helpful to bring the transmittal letter you received from the Secretary of State. Oaths are given during office hours. Please be in the office by 4:30 p.m. to take the oath.

3. 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)