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Document Formatting Standards
In order to comply with national standards, Iowa has adopted Document Formatting Standards. Effective July 1, 2009, all documents presented for recording must meet the requirements outlined in chapters 331.606A and 331.606B, Code of Iowa.
Iowa Document Formatting Standards
Fee Schedule
Standard Fees
$7.00 for the first page and $5.00 for each additional page.
Auditor's Transfer Fee
Documents that convey real estate require an additional $5.00 auditor transfer fee for each township section or city block of real estate involved. Auditor's Transfer Fee is required on the following documents:
- Documents of Transfer
- Deeds
- Change of Title
- Name Changes
- Affidavits of Transfer
- Contracts (including assignments and amendments)
Cover Page
When recording a document, the first page must have three inches of blank space from the top. If it does not, then you will need to attach a cover page.
