Guide to filing a mechanics lien in Union County

Where is the Union County Recorder's Office that files mechanic liens?

You can file your mechanic liens in person at the Union County Recorder’s Office located at:

233 West Sixth Street
Marysville, OH 43040

Phone: 937-645-3032

Hours: Monday – Friday, 7:30am – 4:00pm

What is Union County's Recording Backlog?

The Union County Recorder’s Office does not publicly disclose information on recording backlog.

Should I file my mechanics lien in Union County?

If your construction project is located in Union County, then yes, you should file your lien here.

What are the margin & page size requirements to file a lien in Union County?

The Union County Recorder’s document standardization guidelines are as follows:

* Print size no smaller 10-point font

* 3-inch margin at the top of the first page

* 1-inch margin width on each side and the bottom of page

* 1½ inch margin at the top of each remaining page.

THE COUNTY RECORDER SHALL NOT ACCEPT A DOCUMENT FOR RECORDING IF IT CONTAINS A SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER unless an affidavit is attached or it is listed as a document excluded by law. See ORC § 317.082.

What are the filing fees to record a mechanics lien in Union County?

The Union County Recorder’s recording fees are as follows:

Recording Fees

Deeds, Mortgages, Affidavits, Agreements, Annexations, Easements, Certificates of Transfer, Land Contracts, Leases, Mechanic’s Liens, Partnerships, Trust Documents, Powers of Attorney, Bankruptcy ORC §317.32(A): $28.00 for first two pages and $8.00 for each additional page

Marginal Notations/References by Separate Instrument for Releases, Amendments, Assignments, Modifications, etc. ORC §317.32(D): $4.00 each reference and $28.00 for first two pages plus $8.00 for each additional page

Non-conforming document ORC §317.114: $20.00

Federal Tax Liens (IRS): $5.00

Re-filings, Corrections of same: $5.00

Release of Federal Liens: $3.00

Copy Fees

Copies, per page ORC §317.32(I): $2.00

Copies – Certified ORC §317.32(B): $2.00 per page
Additional $1.00 per a document to certify

Email Transmissions ORC §317.32(J): $2.00 per a page

How do I get a recorded copy of my lien from the Union County Recorder's Office?

You can obtain a recorded copy of your lien in person at the Union County Recorder’s Office located at:

233 West Sixth Street
Marysville, OH 43040

Phone: 937-645-3032

Hours: Monday – Friday, 7:30am – 4:00pm

Copy fees are as follows:

Copies, per page ORC §317.32(I): $2.00

Copies – Certified ORC §317.32(B): $2.00 per page
Additional $1.00 per a document to certify

Email Transmissions ORC §317.32(J): $2.00 per a page

You can also search for Union County Recorder’s official records online at: https://www.co.union.oh.us/recorder-disclaimer