Franklin County Government - Register and Recorder Registers
Resource Name:Franklin County Government - Register and Recorder Registers
address
272 North 2nd Street, Chambersburg, PA 17201
Eligibility
Call for information.
Hours
Monday through Friday, 8:30am to 4:30pm
Closed weekends and all county-observed holidays
(717) 264-3812
Voice
Application process
Individuals should call the office for services. Franklin County Register and Recorder information is now on the LANDEX System. You can access Recorder of Deeds online at: LANDEX Remote. Any questions pertaining to the LANDEX System, please contact: (717) 274-5890
Fees
Fees are based on the services performed/provided.
Service area
Franklin, PA
Other Information
Focus Population
- General
Provides the following services for Franklin County: Records all documents pertaining to land records, deeds, mortgages, etc.; Handles the probate of estates upon death for executors or administrators; Collection agency for the Department of Revenue for State Realty Transfer Tax and Inheritance Tax; Records Military Discharge Records. All documents listed above are registered, recorded, and filed within this office.
Providing organization
Franklin County Government
Franklin County is governed by a board of three county commissioners elected every four years by the citizens who live here. The Board of Commissioners oversees the entire operation of the county and represents the best interests of the citizens. County commissioners also oversee the core functions of the county government, such as fiscal operations, human resources, taxes, voting, emergency services, planning, and information technology. Other officials are also elected to perform certain functions: the Controller, the Treasurer, and the Recorder of Deeds. Under the direction of these officers, the county maintains important legal records such as real estate deeds, licenses and permits, and financial records.