Official Civic Directory Profile FIPS Code: 02164

Lake and Peninsula Borough Clerk & Recorder

Official government recording office for Lake and Peninsula Borough, Alaska. Serving a population of 1331 with jurisdiction over real estate deeds, marriage licenses, vital records, and fictitious business names.

County Seat: King Salmon • Land Area: 23.831,86 sq mi • State: Alaska (AK)

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Location & Operations

Courthouse Office Address & Contact

Open Mon-Fri

Physical Courthouse Address

Lake and Peninsula Borough Courthouse / Recording Office, King Salmon, AK 99548

Seat of government for Lake and Peninsula Borough in King Salmon, AK.

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Courthouse / Directory Line

(907) 588-5784

Regular Hours: Monday - Friday: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM

Closed on state and federal holidays.

FIPS ID: 02164 • Coordinates: 58.1085° N, -156.4134° W

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Filing Checklist

Before You Visit Lake and Peninsula Borough

✓ Valid Government Photo ID (Driver's License or Passport)
✓ Payment: Credit Card, Cashier's Check, or Exact Cash
✓ Original signed documents with valid notary jurat/seal
✓ Mandatory 3-inch top margin for county recorder barcode

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Land Records & Real Property

Lake and Peninsula Borough Deed Recording Fees & Requirements

Governed by Alaska Admin Code 11 AAC 06

First Page Base Fee

$25.00

Includes statutory county automation index surcharge

Each Additional Page

$5.00

Per additional standard 8.5" x 11" page

Transfer Tax / Doc Stamps

None (No state real estate transfer tax)

Calculated at recording based on purchase consideration

Statutory Recording Margin Standards in Alaska:

Top Margin (Page 1): Must leave minimum 3 inches blank at top right for official recorder barcode and indexing stamp.

Other Margins: Minimum 1 inch on side, bottom, and subsequent pages to avoid non-conforming document penalties.

Grantee & Return Address: Must state grantee's legal address and a return mailing address clearly on the first page.

Legibility & Font: Black ink on white 8.5 x 11 paper; minimum 10-point font. Notary stamps must be crisp and dark.

Instant Public Records & Title Verification

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Search land records, deed history, mortgage transfers, tax liens, judgments, and parcel ownership across Lake and Peninsula Borough, Alaska. Instantly access official document copies online without visiting the courthouse records vault.

Warranty & Quitclaim Deeds
Mortgage & Lien Records
Assessor Parcel History

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Marriage Bureau

Marriage License in Lake and Peninsula Borough

License Fee $60.00

Waiting Period 72 Hours

✓ Validity Window: Must solemnize within 90 days of issuance.
✓ Personal Appearance: Both applicants must appear together in person at the Lake and Peninsula Borough courthouse.
✓ Identification: Valid state photo driver's license, passport, or military ID. No blood test required.

State Policy: Application must be submitted to the Alaska Bureau of Vital Statistics or local court.

Vital Statistics

Certified Vital Records

Birth Cert $30.00

Death Cert $30.00

Marriage Cert $30.00

• Authorized Requestors: Direct family relation (registrant, child, parent, spouse) or legal guardian only.
• Filing Agency: Processed through Alaska Health Analytics and Vital Records Section and the local Lake and Peninsula Borough clerk counter.

Certified copies bear an official raised, embossed seal and are suitable for passports, probate, real estate, and legal identification.

Commercial & Business

DBA & Assumed Name Registration in Lake and Peninsula Borough

Filing Fee: $25.00

1. Filing Authority

In Lake and Peninsula Borough, sole proprietorships and general partnerships register assumed names through the Alaska Division of Corporations, Business and Professional Licensing.

2. Statutory Requirement

Required prior to opening a commercial checking account, issuing invoices under a brand name, or executing contracts in Alaska.

3. State Rules & Notice

Alaska handles all business name filings and business licenses at the state level.

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Starting a Business or Filing a DBA in Lake and Peninsula Borough?

Save time and avoid multiple trips to the Lake and Peninsula Borough Alaska Division of Corporations, Business and Professional Licensing. Form your official LLC, register your Trade / Assumed Name (DBA), get your federal Tax ID (EIN), and receive your registered agent documents fully online in Alaska.

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Articles of Organization

Alaska Compliant

State-Specific Statutory Legal Templates

Download Official Alaska Real Estate Deeds & Legal Forms

Ensure your property transfer is compliant with Alaska county recording statutes. Get attorney-drafted Quitclaim Deeds, Special Warranty Deeds, Powers of Attorney, and Promissory Notes formatted with correct margins and statutory acknowledgments.

✓ 3-inch top recording margin ready ✓ State notary jurat included ✓ Instant PDF & Word download

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Regional Civic Network

Nearby County Clerks in Alaska

Need to file or search public records in an adjacent jurisdiction? Explore neighboring Alaska recording offices:

Bristol Bay Borough Seat: Naknek

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Frequently Asked Questions: Lake and Peninsula Borough Clerk & Recorder

Where is the Lake and Peninsula Borough Clerk & Recorder office located?

The official Lake and Peninsula Borough office is located at Lake and Peninsula Borough Courthouse / Recording Office, King Salmon, AK 99548. Operating hours are typically Monday - Friday: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM. You can reach the office staff by telephone at (907) 588-5784.

How much does it cost to record a deed in Lake and Peninsula Borough?

Under Alaska statute (Alaska Admin Code 11 AAC 06), recording a real property deed or mortgage in Lake and Peninsula Borough costs $25.00 for the first page, plus $5.00 for each additional page. Transfer tax details: None (No state real estate transfer tax).

How do I obtain a marriage license in Lake and Peninsula Borough, AK?

Both applicants must appear in person before the Lake and Peninsula Borough Clerk with government-issued photo identification (such as a valid driver's license, passport, or state ID). The fee is approximately $60.00. Alaska requires a waiting period of 72 hours, and the license is valid for 90 days from the date of issuance.

How do I file a DBA (Doing Business As) or Assumed Name in Lake and Peninsula Borough?

In Lake and Peninsula Borough, registering a DBA or Assumed Business Name is handled through the Alaska Division of Corporations, Business and Professional Licensing with a standard statutory filing fee of $25.00. Alaska handles all business name filings and business licenses at the state level.

How can I request a certified copy of a birth or death certificate in Lake and Peninsula Borough?

Certified vital records (birth certificates starting at $30.00 and death certificates starting at $30.00) can be requested through the Alaska Health Analytics and Vital Records Section or directly at the Lake and Peninsula Borough courthouse vital statistics counter by qualified immediate family members.