First Page Requirements

The first page shall contain the following information (ORS 205.234). If not on the first page, but still contained within the document, a Non-Standard Fee of $20 will be charge (ORS 205.327).  A coversheet may be used when presenting the document for recording in order to avoid the Non-Standard Fee. The coversheet will add $5 to the recording fee,

• Name(s) of the transaction(s) clearly labeled. A document describing two or more transactions between the same parties and involving the same properties, recordable as separate documents, may be recorded when the document is labeled with the names of the transaction described therein (ORS 205.236). A fee of $5 shall be charged for recording each additional transaction.
• Names of the parties. Names of all parties must be listed on the first page. (ORS 205.234).
• Name and address of assignee. For instruments assigning a mortgage or trust deed the name and address of assignee must be listed on the first page. (ORS 205.234).
• Return To. The person to whom and, for mailing purposes only, the address to which the instrument will be returned (ORS 205.180).
• Tax Statements. The name and address where tax statements would be sent (ORS 93.260). Required on documents conveying or contracting to convey fee title.
• Consideration. The true and actual consideration paid (ORS 93.030). Required on documents conveying or contracting to convey fee title. Also, see Crook County Consideration Policy below
• Information required for County Clerk Lien Records by ORS 205.125