Frequently Asked Questions

The County maintains a variety of historical records, including property records (deeds, mortgages, plats), vital records (birth, death, marriage certificates - though these are often with the Clerk and Recorder or State Vital Records), court records, government meeting minutes, photographs, maps, and other documents related to the history and administration of the county. Genealogical information can often be found within these record types.

Many public records held by the Clerk and Recorder or the Assessor are available for viewing and copying during their business hours in the basement of the County Courthouse and members of the public may make an appointment appointment to conduct records research. Please email Public Information Officer, Megan Hiler-Wilson at mhiler@clearcreekcounty.us to schedule a visit and confirm the materials you wish to access are prepared for your arrival.

Property records are primarily handled by the Clear Creek County Assessor’s Office or the Clerk and Recorder. Both have an online search portal for records from August 30, 1983, forward. For records prior to that date, you will likely need to visit their office in person.

Links:

•    Property Records Information: https://www.clearcreekcounty.us/163/Property-Records-Information

•    Online Search for Recorded Documents: https://erecording.co.clear-creek.co.us:8443/clearcreekrecorder/web/

Zoning information is handled by the Clear Creek County Planning Department. You can find zoning maps online through ClearMap or contact the Planning Department directly.

Link:  https://gis.clearcreekcounty.us/vertigisstudio/web/?app=180e3e74515e4712a9c4cea0ccd3f2fb&workflow=0e504e4a-b955-4048-bb8b-d4241b7eadf9&workflowParams={"preset":"zoning"}

You can visit Clear Creek County’s Assessor Property Records Search here: https://assessor.co.clear-creek.co.us/eagleassessor/web/

Or find property owner information on ClearMap here:  https://gis.clearcreekcounty.us/vertigisstudio/web/?app=180e3e74515e4712a9c4cea0ccd3f2fb

The State Vital Records office maintains all birth and death records for the county, and these records are believed to be fully indexed. Please note that a significant portion of the county's birth records are "delayed" certificates, processed through the courts because official birth and death records weren't consistently required until the early 20th century. While the county previously held local copies, these have been transferred to Jefferson County Vital Records. However, the State Vital Records is the primary and most comprehensive source, and Jefferson County would likely direct inquiries there as well.

•    State Vital Records: https://cdphe.colorado.gov/vitalrecords

•    Jefferson County Records Search: https://www.jeffco.us/1027/Records-Search

Marriage licenses are issued and recorded by the Clear Creek County Clerk and Recorder's Office.

Link: https://clearcreekcounty.us/DocumentCenter/View/12144/MARRIAGE-LICENSE-INFORMATION_04-21-2021?bidId=#:~:text=A%20marriage%20license%20can%20be,%3B%20303%2D679%2D2339.

Court records are typically held by the Clear Creek County Combined Courts.

Link: Clear Creek County | Colorado Judicial Branch: https://www.coloradojudicial.gov/courts/trial-courts/clear-creek-county

Naturalization, county court, district court, and probate records up to approximately 1950 have been transferred to the Colorado State Archives. While they offer online search capabilities, it can be challenging to use. It is recommended to call the State Archives to arrange an appointment for in-person research.

•    Colorado State Archives: https://archives.colorado.gov/collections/legal-records

•    Colorado Archives Search: https://archives.colorado.gov/archives-search

Board of County Commissioner meeting agendas and video recordings of the Clear Creek County Commissioners or for other Clear Creek County Boards and Commissions can be found here: https://www.clearcreekcounty.us/1374/Board-Commission-Meetings

Clear Creek County is committed to providing equitable access to our services to everyone. Our ongoing accessibility goals align with the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) version 2.1, level AA criteria. These agendas include links to information provided by a third party over which we cannot guarantee accessibility. If the format of any material on this agenda interferes with your ability to access information, please contact Public Information Officer Megan Hiler-Wilson at 970-409-2784.

If you are looking for another board's materials, please reach out to the chair of that board.