For recording options in meeting immediate statutory deadlines, call 612-348-5139 or email recordinginfo@hennepin.us.
Recording of all subdivision or CIC plat mylars must be arranged and scheduled with the County Surveyor's office.
In person appointment
Appointments are available from 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. each business day. They are on the 7th floor of the Hennepin County Government Center's A-tower.
Hennepin County Government Center, A-tower
300 South 6th Street, Minneapolis, MN 55487
Hennepin County Government Center map
If you walk in without an appointment, your name will be placed on a wait list. You will be helped during regular business hours when staff become available.
eRecord
Title companies, lenders, law firms and other real estate professionals can electronically record documents with us. eRecording is the preferred method for all commercial entities. Documents are recorded over the internet utilizing an interface provided by an authorized eRecording vendor:
Processing time
Documents are recorded within 1–3 days of submission. Processing time varies based on recording volume.
Benefits
- It saves time and money by automating the processing, receipt and payment of real estate documents.
- Original documents never leave your possession.
- Faster communication and resolution of rejection issues.
Online
The general public can now submit documents for recording online through the Virtual Recorder website. Submissions are secure and can be paid with a credit/debit card or eCheck.
You must first register and create a user account. Once logged in, select “Create Package” to begin the process. Terms of use and instructions for submitting can be found on the site.
All orders are subject to a $3 service fee.
Processing time
An initial review for recordability will be completed before you pay. You will receive an email with payment instructions if your documents can be recorded. Once you have completed payment, documents are recorded within 1-3 business days.
By mail
Mail (USPS, UPS, FedEx, etc.) documents for recording to:
County Recorder/Registrar of Titles
Attn: Document recording
Hennepin County Government Center
300 S Sixth St, MC 074
Minneapolis, MN 55487
Processing time
Original documents will be recorded and returned within 1–2 weeks of receipt by county.