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How to Access Rockwall County, Texas Property Records and Deeds

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Official Rockwall County Property Records Resources

The Rockwall County Clerk’s Office provides access to various property records including deeds, liens, and title information. The County Clerk Jennifer Fogg is committed to making historical records accessible to the public through an efficient system for searching “Official Public Records.” You can access these records through the County Clerk’s property department or their online portal.

Accessing Deeds and Property Documents

To access official property records, you can search through the Rockwall County Clerk’s website. While you cannot purchase copies of records directly through the website, you can add items to a shopping cart and complete payment with the office by filling out the Credit Card Authorization form. The standard recording fee is $25.00 for the first page of a Real Property Record (including all surcharges) and $4.00 for each additional page.

Title and Lien Search Options

For title research, U.S. TITLE RECORDS offers access to Rockwall County Official Public Records with a free grantor-grantee and property search index. Their database includes deeds, liens, oil & gas leases that can help with title research. You can also use the Rockwall County Clerk’s Office property records system to search for foreclosure notices, filing fees, and other relevant title information.

Rockwall County Appraisal District Resources

The Rockwall Central Appraisal District website (https://www.rockwallcad.com/) serves as a valuable resource for property information, offering appraisal information, taxing entities, property records, and tax information. Their GIS mapping tools at https://propaccess.trueautomation.com/mapSearch/ allow you to identify land and property records visually.

Legal Requirements for Document Filing

When filing documents in Rockwall County, there are specific requirements to follow. All documents must include a 2-inch-by-4-inch blank space at the bottom of the last page to accommodate the certification label. If there is insufficient space, the label will be placed on the back side of the last page. Due to House Bill 1195, the Rockwall County Clerk requires a valid ID upon presentation of all in-person documents for filing in the Property Department.

Additional Property Search Resources

Beyond the official county resources, Rockwall County provides several useful databases for property research, including building inspections at https://www.rockwallcountytexas.com/450/Requirments where you can search safety reports, code violations, and liens. For information on delinquent tax sales and auctions, visit https://www.rockwallcountytexas.com/792/Foreclosure-Notices to find tax liens for sale, property tax auctions, and foreclosure lists.

Contact Information for Property Records

For assistance with property records in Rockwall County, you can contact the County Clerk’s office directly. For records requests, email property@rockwallcountytexas.com or visit the office in person to pay for and pick up requested copies. The office handles essential records including Real Property, Military Records, Assumed Name Business Filings, and more.

Recent Legislative Changes Affecting Property Records

The 88th Texas Legislature passed Senate Bill 1612 repealing Local Government Code Section 291.008(d), which previously required County Clerk’s to collect a fee of $1 for filing documents not subject to a filing fee under specific sections. This repeal became effective January 1, 2024. This change may affect the fees associated with accessing certain property records.