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County recorder outlines ‘Land Aware’ notifications to alert property owners of recorded documents
Summary
Wabasha County’s recorder described a new notification program that alerts property owners when documents are recorded against their property; staff corrected an earlier reference to the auditor‑treasurer website and said sign-up is available on the recorder’s web page.
County staff told the board that the recorder’s office has rolled out a program to notify property owners when documents are recorded against their property.
In response to a commissioner question, Michael from the recorder’s office explained the service: “This program would notify somebody immediately if something is filed against that property,” and said the service was designed in part to help property owners guard against improper filings such as fraudulent liens. The presenter said the program is listed on the recorder’s web page under a link called Land Aware (previously misstated during the meeting as being on the auditor‑treasurer page) and that it is quick and simple to sign up.
Staff noted the program grew out of citizen concern over improper recordings and that removal of a legally recorded but improper instrument requires court action. The recorder’s notification is presented as a proactive safety feature; commissioners encouraged public promotion so property owners are aware of the option.
No formal board action was requested; the item was presented as an informational update during commissioner reports.
